The Opportunity
The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial reporting, budgeting and analyses of the College and other related entities. This position will provide accounting and financial reporting expertise to the College and will ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and college regulations and policies with a commitment to best practice and the highest ethical standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for preparing and recording the College's financial activities in the general ledger and related journals, including financial reports.
Responsible for annual budget build with CFO.
Proposes and monitors accounting procedures and systems of internal accounting control.
Monitors all cash activity/transactions, including AP activity, via a daily cash book and performs month end bank reconciliations, and act as point of contact with the banks.
Prepares for the preparation of the College's monthly and year-end financial statements.
Manages the annual financial audit
Assist CFO with long- and short-term budget planning and serves as the primary liaison for all financial audits performed by internal or external entities.
Assures protection for the assets of the College through internal control procedures.
Supervises Assistant Director of Accounting.
Works with appropriate levels of management to recommend corrective action plans to ensure achievement of budget, and support cost effective business and internal control processes.
Acts as administrator of the Banner Finance General Ledger module, including the maintenance of chart of accounts, granting security access to users, assisting users with self-service functions, and resolving technical problems.
Prepares various financial reports and schedules, including the monthly financial report to the Board of Trustees, SUNY Reporting, and IPEDS directed by CFO.
Serves on various College committees and/or external committees.
Represents the VP of Administration and Finance/CFO in their absences, as needed.
Participation in college-wide committees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, or related field is required. A master's degree (MBA or MS in Accounting) is preferred.
3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting is required.
Experience in college-level financial operations, within SUNY or public higher education, is preferred.
Strong knowledge of fund accounting, governmental accounting standards (GASB), and audit procedures required.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with integrated, computerized accounting systems, specifically Ellucian/Banner.
Salary and Benefit Information
Salary range is $75,000-$80,000 and will be determined by a variety of factors including experience, education, and training/skills and certification. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short-and long-term disability, generous vacation, and sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. PSLF waivers offered.