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Cornell Cooperative Extension Finance Assistant - East Syracuse, NY in East Syracuse, New York
This position will serve as Finance Assistant for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Onondaga County and will provide financial support to the organization to include, but not limited to: providing business functions of the accounting/payroll processes for association accounts; processing checks, key deposits, disbursement vouchers for invoices, bank reconciliation in Acumatica, copy grant documentation, P/R allocation, pre-paid allocation, and review EE reports/receipt, and other financial transactions. This position will work closely with other Association finance staff.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS: PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
All applicants must apply online by close of day on May 23, 2024 to be considered for this position. All applicants must submit a complete application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references with at least two (2) professional references, including one in a past or current supervisory role.
All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/ .
Please contact the CCE of Onondaga County office at 315-424-9485 with questions.
POSITION DETAILS:
This position is a part-time non-exempt position, 20 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 to $22.00 commensurate with experience. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
Required Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree or college level accounting courses and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. (High School Diploma and 7–10 years of relevant work experience).
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends as appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to learn new accounting software and MS Outlook.
Demonstrated ability and proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral and written means.
Demonstrated strong accounting and bookkeeping skills.
Demonstrated ability to utilize technology effectively in performing position responsibilities.
Demonstrated willingness to learn updates and new financial systems, procedures and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and to secure confidential information and materials appropriately.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work within strict timeframes with attention to detail.
Demonstrated high level of organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with and relate to co-workers, advisors, community agencies, professional leaders and clientele of varying ages, socio-economic and cultural diversities.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Management - 5%
Assist Finance Manager in ensuring department work and activities align with the Association’s Plan of Work, and the goals and objectives of the Finance Department.
Assist Finance Manager in troubleshooting and solving problems that arise in the Finance Department, adhering to established policies, procedures and protocol in all situations.
Coordination/Operation - 90%
Provide daily financial and business functions of the accounting/payroll process.
Construct financial reports as needed.
Process vouchers, payments, and other financial transactions as assigned.
Perform Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
Prepare bank deposits.
Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%
In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.
Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions
Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
EEO/EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions
Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.
Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
Be aware of, and adhere to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Onondaga County policies and procedures.
Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
Equal Opportunity Employment Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title:
Association Tmp Administrative
Level:
No Grade - Hourly
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Company:
Contact Name:
Jerilynn Cross
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement (https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs) . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. As provided in New York State County Law Article 5, Section 224, the independent county and regional extension service associations are locally operated under the direction of Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. County and regional extension service association employees are employed by their association to engage in educational work and are not employees of Cornell University. Look for us on the web at cce.cornell.edu/.