Finance Budget Specialist

Finance Budget Specialist

GENERAL DUTIES

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

• Plans and develops annual budgets under direction; administers allocation and reconciliation of funds

• Prepares budget analyses and produces forecasting projections

• Analyzes spending, income trends and usage to recommend improvements

• Ensures that final, approved budget is adhered to by tracking revenues and expenses; processes budget transfers and adjustments

• Provides fiscal reports and financial statements to management

• Supports supervisor with budget administration to meet department goals and objectives

• May supervise subordinate staff

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Budget Specialist

CONTRACT TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Reporting directly to the Director of Student Development and Leadership, the Finance Budget Specialist is responsible for the effective processing of the student activity fee collected on behalf of the College Association. The individual will provide administrative support, leadership, managerial and fiduciary oversight to the College Association Board, committees and its student allocating bodies.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Finance Budget Specialist duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare and upload files into CUNYfirst for various Non-Tax Levy Business Units

• Review and ensure that month-end, quarterly, mid-year and year-end closings conducted by staff members are accurate and complete

• Assist with organizing annual audits, preparing and reviewing audit procedures, monitoring audit progress, and reviewing and reconciling report

• Oversee the bank reconciliations of multiple bank accounts and report to CUNY banking information based on deadlines

• Assist the Director in the review and management of all budgetary and personnel matters, including preparation of budgets, reports, and recommendations

• Prepare and provide financial reports and records relating to the College Association Board

• Coordinate and maintain all fiscal aspects of grant implementation, contract invoicing or funds management, and financial reporting

• Liaise with the Business and Budget Offices, college administrative offices and student community

• Serve as recording secretary to the Queens College Association Board and associated committees, and maintain all official files

• Train student leaders in the areas of budget preparation, budget management, Queens College Association, OSDL and CUNY policies and procedures

• Oversee clubs and allocating bodies paperwork to ensure complete and accurate submissions

• Compile the data necessary to complete Tax Forms (1099) for College Association and Committee for Disabled Students

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Principles (GASB rules).

• Knowledge of the Financial Edge software strongly preferred

• Attention to details and ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

• Experience working with and advising student clubs and organizations

• Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, manage multiple demands and meet deadlines

• Ability to work independently as well as working collaboratively in a demanding and complex work environment

• Strong oral, written, interpersonal communication and customer service skills

• Additionally, the successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to motivate and work with student staff

COMPENSATION

$52,267 - $79,188 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.

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CLOSING DATE

03/03/2025

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

29605

Location

Queens College