The City University of New York · 3 weeks ago
Facilities Budget and Accounts Manager, FPCM (Revised Salary)
The City University of New York is seeking a Facilities Budget and Accounts Manager to support its Office of Facilities Operation and Emergency Response. This role involves managing the division's budget, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance with various fiscal policies and regulations.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Oversee the examination and verification of receivables, payment requests, and supporting documentation; authorize disbursements and direct accounting staff in related duties
Manage and reconcile transactions for all department budgets
Develop, revise, and enforce accounts payable policies and business practices to ensure efficiency, compliance, and customer service
Process corrective entries to reconcile transactions and ensure data integrity across internal and external financial systems
Collaborate with New York State and City oversight/regulatory agencies, vendors, auditors, and the CUNY community to resolve discrepancies and inquiries
Support re-engineering of university business practices and the implementation of ERP financial modules, legacy system conversions, and new interfaces
Provide technical expertise on the CUNYfirst financial system; oversee staff and community training
Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, objectives, and plans for FPCM
Manage, train, and evaluate staff performance
Advise FPCM managers on funding appropriateness and propose fiscal solutions to administrative issues
Interpret and ensure compliance with University, State, and City fiscal policies, guidelines, and regulations
Participate in strategic planning and process improvement initiatives; assess outcomes and recommend resource allocations
Prepare and manage financial, statistical, and analytical reports
May negotiate contracts and oversee related administrative functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and six years' related experience required
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing
MBA or other advanced degree in a business discipline
Six years of progressively responsible management experience in budgeting, accounts payable, procurement, cost control, or related areas within higher education or a public organization
Strong supervisory, organizational, and demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize, execute plans, and meet deadlines
Knowledge of financial and procurement policies and practices, particularly those of New York State, New York City, and federal regulations
Familiarity with New York State and City travel and expense policies
Experience in re-engineering business operations and developing policies and strategies
Experience with PeopleSoft 9.0, ERP systems implementation, general ledger, and shared financial services environments
Strong analytical, assessment, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders at various levels
Advanced proficiency in financial management systems, databases, and Microsoft Excel and Access
Benefits
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.
We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.
Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
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.
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