Business Manager for Student Affairs
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Professional
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Department:: Student Affairs
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Nov 18, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 49789
Position ID:: 182996

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)

Salary: $56,000 - $61,000

The division of Student Affairs is looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual to add to the Business Operations team. This position will work with multiple departments and will primarily focus on the financial and administrative operations for health, wellness and recreation.

The Associate Vice President of Student Affairs and Chief Health and Wellness Officer oversees a group of offices and programs that work collaboratively to provide Binghamton University students with high-quality health and counseling services; fitness and recreation activities; wellness-related education, prevention and outreach programs; and other support services and events. The areas include Decker Health Services, University Counseling Center, Campus Recreation, Healthy Campus Initiative, Services for Students with Disabilities, Employee Assistance Program, Student Conduct and Student Affairs Assessment and Solutions for Engagement.

Description of Duties:

• Responsible for management of financial records for all areas under the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs and Chief Health and Wellness Officer
• Work closely with the AVP and directors to monitor budgets, review revenue and expenditures, and analyze fiscal performance
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Oversee all University fee processes and annual paperwork for program areas
• Supervise all purchasing processes, travel and reimbursements to ensure compliance with SUNY and NYS procedures
• Oversee all processes relating to revenue collection including cash handling and deposit procedures, PCI compliance and point of sale software configuration
• Manage account receivables and invoicing procedures
• Assist other program areas and Student Affairs VP Office with strategic financial planning
• Assist with other program initiatives, pilot programs and special events

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, management, or related field
• Exceptional computer skills with a strong proficiency in Excel
• Detail-oriented as well as have excellent time management and organizational skills
• Familiarity with cash handling processes and PCI compliance
• Two years of relevant professional experience

Preferred:

• Master's degree and at least four years of relevant professional experience
• Familiarity with NYS and SUNY systems

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607-777-3660.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=182996

Deadline for Internal Applicants:

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

You may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After you fill out your contact information, you will be directed to the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp.