Accounting Coordinator

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Accounting Coordinator

Salary

$51,678.00 - $59,429.70 Annually

Location

Spencer Hill Campus (Main Campus)

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

291

Department

Finance

Opening Date

08/07/2024

• Description

• Benefits

Description

When you join the SUNY Corning Community College (CCC) team, you are helping to positively transform the lives of our students, their families and our communities.

We are a premier two-year College, offering degree programs, certificates, and continuing education classes. We promote intellectual and personal growth through individualized education, inspire innovation to meet the educational and workforce needs of the community and leverage a variety of partnerships to help our students and community succeed.

The position Accounting Coordinator is responsible to Supervise payroll functions, accounting, reporting, and software systems. This position is also responsible for the Grant Accounting: Oversee recording, reconciliation and reporting of general grant accounting according to established accounting procedures and practices.

There will be occasional meetings at different CCC locations and in the community may be required; travel to conferences and/or recruiting events may be required. Incumbent must be physically able to operate a variety of types of office and other equipment including computer, copier, and audio-visual equipment. This position requires work in office (both physical and virtual) settings. Incu mbent must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

The summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities.

SUNY CCC embraces diversity and values an inclusive culture where every person is able to succeed to their full potential. If you require an accommodation for the recruiting process, please contact hr@corning-cc.edu or 607.962.9229.

Essential Functions

Payroll 50%

• Supervise one full-time employee; may also supervise part-time employees, as needed

• Supervise payroll and accounting processing; adhere to strict guidelines and a strict schedule to ensure proper and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll

• Administer legally defined payroll policies and procedures as determined by DOL state/federal government, retirement system, SUNY, collective bargaining agreements, etc.; and ensure compliance with same

• Implement payroll regulatory changes; collaborate with the Human Resources Department to develop and implement procedures to promote efficiency and compliance with regulatory changes

• Oversee preparation of all required payroll reports

• Respond to difficult requests for information and assist with researching information and problems related to policies, procedures, and payroll calculations

Grant Accounting 35%

• Pre-award Proposal - Participate in developing budgets

• Provides program oversight to ensure compliance with grant requirements.

• Monitors compliance with guidelines from awarding agencies and maintains familiarity with terms and conditions associated with grants and awards

• Supports monitoring, tracking, and interpreting fiscal records for a portfolio of accounts including payroll records, purchasing, travel, and other disbursements to maintain compliance with grant policies

• Communicates financial information regarding grant accounts to Principal Investigator (PI), including remaining balances, anticipated payroll expenses, and incoming aid. Analyzes and verifies transactions related to grants and contracts accounts such as invoices, travel, reimbursements, and requisitions

• Maintains internal records of grant applications and information, including budget details, invoices, correspondences, submitted applications, budget justifications, etc. Meets with Principal Investigator (PI), to explain services, communicate financial information, and assist with accounts as needed

• Maintains internal grant management database with grant submissions and related account information

• Assist PI's in reconciliation, reporting, and completing close-out procedures on grants

Systems 10%

• Oversee maintenance and updates of finance and payroll systems software, including tables for tax withholdings, retirement contributions, garnishments, employee benefits, and other deductions

Other 5%

• Evaluate departmental operations/activities and recommend improvements/modifications

Perform other related duties, as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of payroll systems, preferably Banner

• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, fund and grant accounting

• Excellent organizational, analytical, interpersonal communication, and writing skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of personal computers and spreadsheet software with the ability to produce complex financial analyses and reports

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Ability to maintain confidential information

• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and good judgment

• Demonstrates commitment to accomplishing work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner

• Ability to effectively convey information verbally and in writing, demonstrate effective listening skills, and display respect for and openness to other people's ideas and thoughts

• Ability to accept changes to job requirements, policies, workload, etc., as well as learn new methods, procedures, or techniques resulting from change with the ability to clearly approach problems and find solutions

• Possession of valid driver's license for travel to off-campus sites

• Demonstrates support for the College's goal of becoming a more diverse, inclusive, and culturally aware community and practicing anti-racist/biased behaviors

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or a related field

• Three years of work experience in accounting or payroll

• Supervisory experience preferred

Preferred Qualification:

• Five years of work experience in accounting or payroll

• Experience in higher education, governmental, or not-for profit finance

• Banner experience preferred

Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to relevant experience, education, market demands, and training.

A career at Corning Community College comes with great perks!

Corning Community College is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York State. It offers an extensive, yet affordable range of educational, cultural, and social opportunities to a diverse population of more than 5,000 full and part-time students. A member of the SUNY system, CCC is widely known for its commitment to excellence in teaching and student development.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In addition to the excellent benefits described below, CCC has numerous committees, organizations, and social events on campus in which all employees are encouraged to participate. Please contact Human Resources at 607-962-9229 for further information on any of these employee benefit programs.

In accordance with the CCC's personnel policies and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement, regular full-time employees are eligible to receive discretionary employee benefits offered by the college. Temporary employees who work on a full-time basis for a minimum of one (1) semester (or five months) will also be eligible to participate. Full-Time employment is defined by the college is working 37.5-40 hours per week/for Faculty Teaching 15 credit hours per semester. The college offers the following benefit programs:

Health Insurance

• Traditional Blue Cross Blue Shield indemnity plan,

• Blue PPO

• High Deductible Health Plan with Employer Funded Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Care

• Dependent Care

Voluntary Benefits

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans

• Three plans are available: NYS Employees' Retirement Plan (ERS), NYS Teachers' Retirement Plan (TRS), SUNY Optional Retirement Program (TIAA CREF/Voya/Corbridge and Fidelity funding vehicles)

• Eligibility for a particular plan(s) varies according to the job classification

Tax Deferred Plan

NYS Deferred Compensation Plan

Group Term Life Insurance

• Basic and accidental death & dismemberment coverage ($20,000 each) is provided, at no cost, to employees

• Supplemental coverage equal to 1.5 or 2 times annual rate of pay is available as an additional employee expense

• Dependent coverage ($10K for spouse; $5K/dependent child) is available as an additional employee expense

Travel Accident Insurance

• $100K of coverage provided, at no expense, to employees

Long Term Disability

• Provided, at no cost, to employees after 1 year of service.

Paid Leave (accrual rates vary according to job classification)

• Vacation (non-academic employees only)

• Sick Leave

• Personal Leave

• Holidays (non-academic employees only)

• Bereavement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee/Dependent Tuition Benefit (CCC only)

Sabbatical/Professional Development Leave

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Agency

Corning Community College (NY)

Address

1 Academic Drive Corning, New York, 14830

Phone

(607) 962-9229

Website

https://www.corning-cc.edu/about/employment.php

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