Finance Budget Coordinator

Position Details Finance Budget Coordinator The Lehman College campus is located in Bronx, New York and is a Senior College within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. A federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, Lehman serves a diverse population of more than 14,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Office of Budget and Planning, a department within the Division of Administration and Finance, is responsible for the overall management of the College’s operating budget. The primary office duties include budget planning, developing new budget models, forecasting short and long-term financial projections, managing annual budgeting processes; and providing the support and processes needed to ensure effective management of the College’s resources. Responsibilities In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Finance Budget Coordinator’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Coordinate personnel services forecasting, including the calculation and monitoring of salary costs associated with new hires, promotions, contractual increases, overtime, and other personnel-related expenditures. Serve as a liaison between the College, University offices, and Human Resources to ensure the timely and accurate processing of position management and personnel actions. Maintain and reconcile position data across multiple financial, payroll, and human capital management systems. Perform monthly variance analyses and reconciliations to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of budget and personnel data. Review and reconcile payroll transactions to verify accuracy and alignment with budget records and actual payroll postings. Assist with the processing of budget allocations, modifications, ROAs, and journal entries within various financial systems. Maintain records and documentation related to position management and budget transactions in accordance with CUNY and campus record retention policies and guidelines. Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the Office of Budget and Planning and the Division of Administration and Finance. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field; Knowledge of public institution budgeting and funding procedures. Demonstrate competency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Working knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP systems. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills Ability to produce accurate and high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment. CUNY Title Overview Administers program and unit budgets and related functions. Processes and maintains data in budget systems Prepares budgets, projections and financial reports Collects and reports fiscal information as required, and assists in analyzing financial information Coordinates with various departments on budget and accounting matters Monitors systems and operational issues to improve overall workflows Performs related duties as assigned. Job Title Finance Budget Coordinator CUNY Title Assistant to HEO FLSA Non-exempt Compensation and Benefits Salary commensurate with education and experience. $50,500 – $68,470 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. 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. Job ID 32509 Location Lehman College Job Type Full-Time Submission Deadline Submission of resumes to close on August 5th, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lehman College