Finance Manager of Related Entities

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The City University of New York’s Borough of Manhattan Community College seeks a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for college-related entities and ensure robust financial reporting.

Reporting to the Controller of related entities, you will supervise staff, ensure compliance with GAAP/GASB/FASB, and coordinate financial reporting across systems, including Oracle/PeopleSoft. Strong analytical and IT skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and six years' related experience required.
• Master's degree and/or CPA preferred; with a master's degree, 4 years of experience required.
• Knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft and GAAP/GASB/FASB is a big plus.
• Detail-oriented and multitasking ability. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, managerial, organizational, and IT skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all appropriate GAAP/GASB/FASB accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Lead financial reporting of college-related entities in CUNYFIRST, CUNYBUY, and the upcoming reporting system CUNYWORK.
• Coordinate activities between the Bursar, ACE, and Fiscal Office to ensure timely processing and recording of cash receipts and bank deposits, and review bank/investment reconciliations.
• Oversee the timely processing and disbursement of payments and refunds.
• Manage the year-end audit submissions, including AM templates and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial statements and MD&As for Auxiliary Enterprises Corporation, BMCC Foundation, ACE, and other non-tax levy accounts.
• Serve as an audit liaison with internal and external auditors and ensure GASB/FASB compliance.
• Supervise the Fiscal Office staff and coordinate training on Oracle/PeopleSoft and reporting tools.
• Coordinate Internal Control Self-Assessment activities and develop internal control policies.

Skills

Fund accounting

Oracle/PeopleSoft

GAAP/GASB/FASB

Analytical skills

Staff development

Customer service

Meeting deadlines

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

CPA

Tools

Oracle/PeopleSoft

Job description

GENERAL DUTIES

• Advises management regarding funding appropriateness and proposes fiscal solutions to resolve academic and/or administrative issues
• Develops and recommends policies and controls to assure the responsible use of resources
• Supports strategic planning processes; assesses outcomes and makes recommendations regarding resource allocations
• Prepares and manages production of statistical/analytical reports pertinent to financial and operational activities
• Assists in developing budgeting policies and procedures, and interprets University-wide policy
• Liaisons with auditors and other internal and external agencies as necessary
• May hire, supervise and train finance and/or clerical staff and manage related administrative functions
• Performs related duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Advises management regarding funding appropriateness and proposes fiscal solutions to resolve academic and/or administrative issues
• Develops and recommends policies and controls to assure the responsible use of resources
• Supports strategic planning processes; assesses outcomes and makes recommendations regarding resource allocations
• Prepares and manages production of statistical/analytical reports pertinent to financial and operational activities
• Assists in developing budgeting policies and procedures, and interprets University-wide policy
• Liaisons with auditors and other internal and external agencies as necessary
• May negotiate contracts
• May hire, supervise and train finance and/or clerical staff and manage related administrative functions
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Manager

CONTRACT TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students' intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member's ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC's motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.

Reporting to the Controller of related entities, this position has overall responsibility for managing the day-to-day accounting operations for college-related entities: Auxiliary Enterprises Corporation, BMCC Foundation, Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development (ACE), as well as monitoring the financial activities and providing general oversight over the financial reporting for BMCC Student Association, Early Childhood Center, and Manhattan Educational Opportunity Center (EOC).

Responsibilities Include

• Ensure compliance with all appropriate CUNY, City, State, Federal, GASB and FASB accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Play a leading role in managing financial reporting of college-related entities in CUNYFIRST, CUNYBUY, and the upcoming new reporting system, CUNYWORK.
• Coordinate activities between the Bursar, ACE, and Fiscal Office to ensure timely processing and recording of cash receipts and bank deposits, and review and approve bank and investment account reconciliations.
• Oversee the timely processing and disbursement of payments and refunds.
• Manage the year-end audit submissions, including AM templates, NTL various reporting requirements, and any other ad hoc reporting requirements
• Prepare the financial statements, financial analyses, MD&A's and ad-hoc management reports for Auxiliary Enterprises Corporation, BMCC Foundation, ACE, and other non-tax levy accounts.
• Serve as an audit liaison with internal and external auditors of related entities and ensure GASB/FASB compliance.
• Supervise the Fiscal Office staff. Coordinate training of the Fiscal Office and related entities' staff in the use of Oracle/PeopleSoft System and the reporting tools.
• Coordinate the Internal Control Self-Assessment activities throughout the college. Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures for all related entities.
• Manage business operations of Auxiliary Enterprises Corporation including college food services, bookstore, printing/copying services and space rental contracts to provide financial support for a better service to the college community.
• Director of related entities may assign other duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and six years' related experience required.

Other Qualifications

A master's degree and/or CPA are preferred. With a master's degree, 4 years of experience is required, including 4 years managing accounting operations and performing high-level analysis in accounting, business computer applications, or related areas (preferably within an educational institution) (as part of the six years' total experience).

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and competencies: demonstrated knowledge and mastery of the tools used for fund accounting and implementing accounting and budget systems. Proficiency in accounting software. Knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft and GAAP/GASB/FASB is a big plus. Detail-oriented and multitasking ability. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, managerial, organizational, and IT skills. Demonstrated experience in staff development and customer service. Ability to meet tight deadlines is a plus.

Compensation

Salary Range $94,017-$133,558; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE

Closing date: November 30, 2026

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

Job ID: 32962

Location: Borough of Manhattan CC

Job Type: Full-Time