Finance Specialist - Office of the Comptroller (Reopened and Revised)

Job ID

Location

Brooklyn College

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

POSITION DETAILS

Brooklyn College invites applications for a Finance Specialist position in the Office of the Comptroller.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Specialist coordinates financial matters for the Brooklyn College Foundation (BCF). The Finance Specialist analyzes its investment and restricted accounts, ensures compliance with state and CUNY rules and regulations and participates in campus finance committees.

The Finance Specialist performs the following duties:

• Analyze BCF investment accounts, administering the unitization model for endowed funds
• Analyze restricted accounts for scholarships and professorships, and make appropriate recommendations to the Comptroller
• Review unrestricted budget and financial information with accounting and development staff for reporting. Reviews all financial documents and assists with managing annual audits and tax-filing requirements, including form 990 preparation
• Ensure compliance with CUNY guidelines regarding foundations and other regulatory requirements including continued adherence to the NY Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (NYPMIFA)
• Review current accounting processes, standards and other requirements and make recommendations to Comptroller for improvement
• Participate in Audit and Finance, and Investment Committee meetings and draft meeting minutes. Prepare related annual reports
• Submit required investment and banking documents to appropriate manager or financial institution as directed by the BCF investment committee and senior management
• Maintain template for BCF transactions to facilitate mid-year and year-end uploads to the CUNYfirst system

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a higher education environment preferred.
• Experience in accounting, financial analysis, and report preparation a preferred.
• Knowledge in Financial Edge Accounting Software and CUNYfirst a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Coordinates financial matters for a program or department under management direction.

• Maintains financial accounts for income and spending; administers the allocation of funds
• Analyzes spending, income trends and usage to recommend improvements
• Manages the collection of revenue and accounts receivable
• Tracks and maintains financial data to provide fiscal reports to management; produces forecasting projections
• Monitors the financial condition of operating centers to ensure efficient use of resources
• Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis as necessary
• May supervise subordinate staff
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$51,242 - $55,340; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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To be considered, applicants must upload the following in .doc or .pdf format:

• Cover Letter
• Current resume

CLOSING DATE

August 26, 2022

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.