The City University of New York · 13 hours ago
Finance Accountant Assistant, Lvl 1 (Provisional)
Brooklyn, NY
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $51K/yr
1+ years expThe City University of New York is a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, and they are seeking a Finance Accountant Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) at Medgar Evers College. This position involves performing bookkeeping and clerical work to support the College's accounting operations, including maintaining financial records and processing accounting documents.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, performs bookkeeping, clerical, and sub professional work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility related to college accounting
As instructed, maintains financial records of contracts, appropriations, allocations, authorizations, and payments and assists in maintaining ledgers of accounts and in performing reconciliations
As instructed, examines invoices, claims, vouchers, etc.; verifies documents for accuracy by reviewing supporting data and records and assists in audit functions
As authorized, receives remittances and payments; makes appropriate disbursements or refunds; keep logs and issues pertinent receipts
Assists in processing invoices, vouchers, claims, statements, bills, etc
Perform various calculations and computations, as directed
Perform other related duties, such as generating reports and producing checks and other financial documents, as required
Maintain financial records related to appropriations, allocations, authorizations, and payments
Post transactions to accounting ledgers and assist with routine account reconciliations
Review invoices, vouchers, and claims for accuracy against supporting documentation
Process invoices, vouchers, claims, and billing documents through established procedures
Enter financial data into computerized accounting systems and databases
Perform arithmetic calculations and basic accounting computations as directed
Compile and organize records and documentation in support of audit activities
Receive authorized payments or remittances and issue receipts or refunds as required
Generate routine financial reports and produce standard accounting documents
Perform related bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma or its equivalent
An associate degree from an accredited institution of higher education, AND One (1) year of full-time bookkeeping, figure clerk, account clerk, or similar experience, OR A comparable combination of experience and education
Demonstrated English language proficiency (ability to speak, read, write and understand English well enough to meet job requirements)
Preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Access
High degree of professionalism and customer service
Ability to prioritize and coordinate day-to-day projects and assignments
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.
Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
Company
The City University of New York
The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Allison Griffin
Partnership Specialist, CUNY Service Corps
Doriane Gloria
Sr. Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer
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