Finance Manager, Related Entities (Higher Ed)

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

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.