Finance Manager (HEA)

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Financial Services, the Finance Manager provides financial oversight of various Non‑Tax Levy entities as well as Adult Continuing Education. The Finance Manager oversees daily financial transactions, ensures compliance and reporting to various third‑party entities, including payroll‑related parties, develops budgets, monitors financial activities, and prepares and reviews schedule, statements and cash flow forecasting, required for senior leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the financial operations of various College non‑tax levy funds and continuing education programs. Creates and monitors the annual budget for various non‑tax levy funds and continuing education programs while ensuring financial prudence. Coordinates the non‑tax levy audit committee and board meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes and all other applicable requirements. Supports making presentations, including financial reports for the Board of Directors, committees and college administrators. Collaborates with program leaders in developing, monitoring and reporting financial activities. Reviews and approves various financial transactions and reviews internal schedules relating to payroll and audits. Performs the month‑end, mid‑year, and year‑end financial close for various entities, including submission of CUNY deliverables as requested. Spearheads the audits for internal and external agencies, including preparation of schedules and financial statements. Oversees the reconciliation of relevant bank accounts and administering of ADP payroll and related compliance and reporting. Ensures training sessions are provided for staff on CUNY Modules and other systems. Develops effective procedures for recording fiscal operations and ensures financial activities are both GAAP and GASB compliant. Supervises professional staff. Advises management regarding funding appropriateness and proposes fiscal solutions to resolve academic and/or administrative issues. Develops and recommends policies and controls to assure the responsible use of resources. Supports strategic planning processes; assesses outcomes and makes recommendations regarding resource allocations. Prepares and manages production of statistical/analytical reports pertinent to financial and operational activities. Assists in developing budgeting policies and procedures, and interprets University‑wide policy. Liaisons with auditors and other internal and external agencies as necessary. May negotiate contracts. May hire, supervise and train finance and/or clerical staff and manage related administrative records. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiar with PeopleSoft, Financial Edge, Banner, Microsoft Office. Familiar with CUNY policies and environment. Strong analytical and organizational skills. Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience within the range of $80,211 - $90,838. 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.

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The City University of New York