Finance Coordinator

Cornell University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,884; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NYState Health Insurance Program

Educational stipend

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking a Finance Coordinator responsible for supporting financial functions and compliance within the Association. This role involves assisting in financial strategy, budgeting, and overall management.

Ideal candidates display strong non-profit accounting knowledge, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position includes a flexible work environment and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• High level familiarity with complex non-profit accounting.
• Experience with accounts receivable/payable tracking.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets.
• Process payments and payroll.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director.

Skills

Non-profit accounting

Budget management

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Acumatica software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Finance Coordinator

The Finance Coordinator is responsible for supporting the financial functions of the Association, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. This role assists the Executive Director in financial strategy development, grant and contract budgeting, and overall financial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets
• Process payments and payroll
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Shared Business Network (SBN)
• Maintain secure, efficient, and compliant financial and human resources framework

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field, or GED/High School Diploma with 1 year transferrable finance experience
• High level familiarity with complex non‑profit accounting, multiple cost centers, and budget preparation and management
• Experience with accounts receivable/payable tracking, expense/revenue tracking, cash‑flow tracking, reconciliation, reporting, compliance, and financial statement preparation
• Proven ability to prepare and maintain accurate, error‑free financial records in a complex accounting environment
• Proficiency in the Windows operating system, major double‑entry accounting software, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Ability to work in a non‑profit educational environment and assist stakeholders in learning financial concepts
• High adaptability, commitment, and enthusiasm for systems improvement
• Full confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel information
• Organizational skills to manage a diverse workload with identified priorities
• Cooperative, positive relationship‑building with colleagues, board members, and funders
• Demonstrated accuracy, integrity, professional judgment, tact, and maturity
• Ability to meet travel requirements and acceptable background check standards
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and variable hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Acumatica software or similar double‑entry accounting system, or learning new systems quickly
• Bachelor’s Degree and at least two years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Knowledge of Cooperative Extension operations and programs at county, state, and federal levels
• Current or willingness to obtain a Notary Public license
• Grant development and management experience

Position Details

• Expected Weekly Hours: 30 hours per week
• Hourly Wage: $24.00 to $27.50 (commensurate with experience)
• Location: Madison County CCE office, Morrisville, NY
• Time Off: 12 holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days; flexible work environment

Benefits

• NYState Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
• NYState Retirement
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Tax‑Deferred Annuity Plan
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
• Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
• Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
• Voluntary Long‑Term Care Insurance
• Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program
• Educational stipend and flexible work environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.