Senior Finance Associate

The Senior Finance Associate provides support to the Finance Department in managing various accounting, budgeting, reporting and audit support functions.

Senior Finance Associate

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time, Hybrid. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Supervisor: Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Assist with preparation of the annual operating and capital expenditure budgets.

• Assist with preparation of the quarterly operating forecast.

• Assist with schedules and journal entries for grant accounting, reporting and reimbursements.

• Monitor department revenue and expenses and prepare various analyses in comparison to budget.

• Support in maintaining reporting templates, dashboards, and input sheets used for budgeting and financial analysis of campus operations.

• Prepare and post journal entries for transactions, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Assist with managing the Financial Data Model (FDM) and Security Roles in Workday and Adaptive Planning.

• Work on projects and respond to requests from other Finance and non-Finance groups on campus.

• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Job requirements:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders.

• Comprehensive understanding of general ledger accounting.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in an accounting, financial planning and analysis or other finance support role.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

• Workday/Adaptive Planning experience is a plus, but not required.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The expectation for this role is that the selected candidate will be available to work onsite and in person. The college does allow for periodic hybrid work flexibility in accordance with the employee handbook.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
• Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Exchange

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).