Non-Teaching Adjunct, Level 4 - Finance

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,546 - 98,154; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plans

Tax-Deferred Savings Plans

Job summary

The City University of New York is seeking a Non-Teaching Adjunct – Level 4 at the Graduate Center in New York City. This part-time role involves analyzing complex data sets, maintaining budgets, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree and have at least 4 years of relevant experience.

Compensation ranges from $63.55/hr to $71.25/hr, with opportunities for benefits. The position is in-person for two days a week, with varying hours throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex data sets and translate findings into actionable business strategies.
• Build and maintain budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare position level salary budget and forecasts.

Skills

Budgeting and forecasting

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

GENERAL DUTIES

Completes non‑teaching projects or complex work in support of a Campus or University administrative or academic department. This work is generally of a temporary nature and requires specialized experience or expertise.

CONTRACT TITLE

Non‑Teaching Adjunct – Level 4

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY) is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at CUNY, the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master's programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center's commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square‑foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences. The Graduate Center (GC) benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni‑who in turn teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the Graduate Center enhances New York City's intellectual and cultural life. The Business Office is seeking a Non-Teaching Adjunct, Level 4. The position reports to the Finance Manager. This is an in‑person position for two (2) days a week up to 100 hours in July and August 2026, up to 225 hours for fall 2026, up to 225 hours for the spring 2027, and up to 75 hours for June 2027.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Analyze complex data sets and translate finding into actionable business strategies.
• Build and maintain budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare position level salary (PS) budget and forecasts.
• Prepare bank reconciliations across multiple reporting areas.
• Track and maintain financial data to perform revenue and expense projections.
• Assists with year-end audits, including preparation of trial balances, financial statements, notes, and MDA.
• Prepares ad hoc reports as requested.
• Prepares investment account reconciliations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience
• Solid budget and forecasting experience
• Advanced Excel skills (v-lookup, pivot tables, advanced formulas)
• Excellent writing skillsStrong analytical ability
• Advanced degree or CPA
• PeopleSoft experience

Compensation

$63.55/hr- $71.25/hr (Hourly rate will increase to $65.78/hr - $73.75/hr as of 9/1/26 per the PSC contract).

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Job ID: 32314

Location: Graduate Center

Job Type: Part-Time