Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Thu Oct 31 2024 Job Description:

Join the Division of Finance and Administration at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta as the Internal Control Analyst. Expectations include, but are not limited to, assisting in the development, implementation, and updating of the University's internal control program and performing on-going assessment of risks related to compliance with Federal, NYS and SUNY policies and regulations. This position will also coordinate external audits and investigate and process small legal claims. The Internal Control Analyst will report to the Associate Vice President of Finance & Administration and Controller and will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls within the University.

The Division of Finance and Administration at SUNY Oneonta provides strategic leadership and services to ensure responsible stewardship of the University's resources, guided by the mission to foster a community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

To learn more about the University and the office, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ and https://suny.oneonta.edu/division-finance-administration.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist with evaluating, designing and testing of internal controls to enhance effectiveness.

• Document internal control review findings, recommend improvements and conduct follow up activities.

• Provide training to staff on internal control processes and best practices.

• Act as a resource for departments in understanding and applying control measures.

• Assist with external audits to facilitate audit activities and to ensure accurate reporting of findings.

• Investigate, compile, and coordinate small claim cases.

• Perform daily audit of procurement and travel documents.

Salary: $55,151-$60,000 commensurate with experience. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or business related field.

• 2+ years of professional work experience

• Demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in internal control or auditing.

• Professional experience working in higher education.

• Experience working with or serving diverse populations.

  Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov (%20info@oer.ny.gov) .

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.