Finance Accountant, Level 4 (Provisional) - Business Operations

$69,612 - $78,658/Yr

CUNY

Full-time - Mid Level

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Finance Accountant, Level 4 (Provisional) at The City University of New York (CUNY) is responsible for performing professional accounting work in a higher education setting. This role involves coordinating accounting activities, supervising employees, and ensuring compliance with CUNY guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position requires the production of financial statements, budget monitoring, and collaboration with various departments to maintain financial integrity.

Responsibilities

• Produces monthly financial statements, ad-hoc analyses, and reconciliations.
• Develops and conducts college-wide training sessions related to Non-Tax Levy budget planning, procurement, and payment policies.
• Liaises with departments to review budgets and monitor spending trends on a quarterly basis.
• Coordinates with CUNY's Central Office and independent auditors to provide necessary mid-year and year-end schedules.
• Prepares variance analyses to assist with management's discussion and analysis.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with at least eighteen (18) college credits in accounting.
• At least six (6) credits in data processing, computer science, banking, economics, statistics, or similar courses.
• Demonstrated English language proficiency.
• Three years total of full-time related experience in an appropriate field.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with accounting system's general ledger and submodules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to develop standardized processes for Non-Tax Levy accounting activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
• Pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.
• Health benefits extended to retirees who meet eligibility criteria.