Comptroller *Updated Qualifications

Position: Comptroller *Updated Qualifications* - Cayuga Community College
Job Description:

DEPARTMENT:
Finance Office

APPOINTMENT: 12 Months (Administrative/Professional, Grade
9)

REPORTS TO:

Chief Financial Officer

* This position is eligible for telecommuting/hybrid up to 50% of the work schedule, subject to approval. The successful candidate must establish and maintain residency in NY State.

GENERAL DUTIES:

* Plans, directs, assesses, and is responsible for assisting the CFO in all of the accounting functions including accounting, the administration of student accounts
-billing and tuition payment, disbursement of student financial aid, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and county chargeback invoicing and collections, through the work of the Bursar/Assistant Director of Student Financial Services and Associate Comptroller/Assistant CFO, as well as overseeing the accounting of the College's Faculty Student Association.

* Assists with the oversight of the following functional areas as delegated by the CFO:
Finance Office, Campus Services, as well as oversight of the accounting functions of the College's Faculty Student Association.

* Provides oversight to all internal and external financial reporting, including monthly financial statements, external audit reports, and all governmental requirements.

* Responsible for the planning and preparation of the annual audit.

* Assists in the planning and preparation of the College Budget.

* Responsible for all grant accounting including collaboration with grant writer, grant administrator. Preparing all grant setup and grant accounting in the general ledger. Ensuring financial compliance and providing financial reports as needed. Billing grant revenue as needed.

* Ensures that routine and timely financial reporting and account analyses are performed and performs account reconciliation.

* Responsible for compliance with New York State and County purchasing requirements. Ensures established purchasing procedures are followed and audits procedures. Ensures grant compliance with Minority Women Owned Business (MWBE) program and Disability requirements.

* Collaborates with appropriate College staff to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the data, computer software, systems, internal control, and the development of financial support systems including the integration of human resources/payroll systems.

* Responsible for capital and grant reimbursements through SUNY and other grantors. Processes capital reimbursements.

* Assists in policy and procedure development and implementation in regard to internal controls.

* Serves on various college committees as required, including serving on the College's EIT Committee.

* Ensures appropriate financial reporting for various third-party grants and acts as a liaison with various grant administrators and grant writer.

* Manages relationships with third party vendors supporting the Finance Office functions, including software vendors, banking relations, and tuition payment services.

* Assists in the College cash management policies.

* Responsible for preparation of RFP's as needed.

* Preparing and posting journal entries.

* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

* Master's degree in business management, accounting, or finance with a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and the financial management of a large enterprise using fund accounting, including in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices and principles, financial reporting and control systems, and cash management and investment strategies. Or,

* A Bachelor's degree in business management, accounting, or finance with a minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting and the financial management of a large enterprise using fund accounting, including in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices and principles, financial reporting and control systems, and cash management and investment strategies.

* A Bachelor's or Master's degree in other fields of study may be considered when coupled with a CPA, CMA, or CIA and the appropriate corresponding years of related experience.

* Experience in higher education preferred.

* Cayuga Community College accepts only degree credentials from accredited institutions recognized by the US Secretary of Education and the NYS Department of Education.

* Significant experience using technology to support the financial management of a large enterprise is required. Experience in using Ellucian Banner software for financial management is preferred.

* Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and supervisory skills. Demonstrate progressive leadership.

* Commitment to adhering to the highest ethical standards.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position, please submit resume and cover letter at the time of application.

A professional reference check will be required prior to a formal offer of employment. Finalists will be notified and references will be requested at that time in the process through a separate online platform. Cayuga Community College requires three professional…