City of Troy, New York, United States · On-site
$80k–$110k/yr
The Senior Accountant & Financial Aid Administrator is a key member of the Business Office, responsible for a broad range of accounting, financial reporting and financial aid responsibilities. Serving as a vital bridge b…
Skills: GAAP, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Budgeting, Financial Analysis
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$73k–$83k/yr
Job Description ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE TITLE STAFF ANALYST. ADD ERN# The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in …
Skills: Analytical Skills, Microsoft Office, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Client Service Ethics
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$105k–$115k/yr
Job Description The Office of the New York City Comptroller serves as the City's chief fiscal steward, responsible for auditing City agencies, managing pension funds, overseeing contracts, and advancing policy solutions …
Skills: Policy Research, Housing Policy Analysis, Urban Planning, Data Analysis, Report Writing
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$117k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $80,196 - $89,000. THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF PROCUREMENT ANALYST. T…
Skills: Procurement Management, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Responsibility Review, Competitive Solicitations, Compliance Monitoring
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$83k–$97k/yr
Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, C…
Skills: Grant Writing, Proposal Development, Project Management, Data Translation, Fundraising
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$63k–$72k/yr
Job Description DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and servi…
Skills: Application Review, Compliance Verification, Database Management, Report Preparation, Document Tracking
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$64k–$90k/yr
Position Summary JetBlue is looking for an Analyst Airline Optimization - Horizons to be based at JetBlue’s Support Center in Long Island City, NY. The Airline Optimization - Horizons team is responsible for understandin…
Skills: SQL, Python, R, Data analysis, Financial modeling
City of Schenectady, New York, United States · On-site
Salary: $21 - $21 SUMMARY The Accounting Clerk ensures financial records are accurate, complete, and up to date by performing a range of essential clerical and accounting tasks. From reconciling bank accounts to supporti…
Skills: Bank Reconciliation, General Ledger Maintenance, Financial Transaction Verification, Journal Entries, Chart Of Accounts
Melville, New York, United States · Hybrid
$110k–$125k/yr
Description About us: ConnectOne Bank proves that putting people first is a better way to do business. At ConnectOne, we’re builders — of businesses, communities, and equity. Most importantly, we’re building opportunitie…
Skills: Financial statement analysis, Underwriting, Collateral analysis, Risk rating, Trend analysis
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$100k–$120k/yr
Overview Marathon Asset Management is a leading global asset manager specializing in public and private credit with ~$24 billion in assets under management. Marathon is recognized as a distinguished leader with 27+ years…
Skills: Capital Formation, Investor Relations, Business Development, CRM Management, Prospecting
Town of Brookhaven, New York, United States · Remote OK
$23/hr–$28/hr
Overview Billing Representative - Stony Brook CPMP Patient Accounts Location: East Setauket, NY; At the manager’s discretion, this role may be eligible for remote work; this position is only available to New York State R…
Skills: Medical Billing, Payer Reimbursement, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$100k–$125k/yr
Overview About us: Founded in 1990, LS Power is a premier development, investment, and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector, with leading platforms across generation, tra…
Skills: Market Analysis, Commodity Trading, Asset Valuation, Risk Management, Programming
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$225k–$275k/yr
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Skills: FTR Markets, Energy Trading, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning
New York, New York, United States · Remote OK
$145k–$185k/yr
Overview This is a technical position where this person will manage, provide technical support, implement, maintain and troubleshoot all security products used by the Firm. They must have significant hands-on experience …
Skills: Incident Response, Digital Forensics, SIEM, EDR, DLP
Town of McDonough, New York, United States · On-site
If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countr…
Skills: USMCA Compliance, Regional Value Content, Tariff Shift Analysis, HTS Classification, Customs Audits
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$68k–$115k/yr
ABOUT US: As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the priva…
Skills: Cybersecurity Operations, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Executive Reporting
City of Albany, New York, United States · On-site
Description If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo, Building C…
Skills: Financial Reconciliation, Data Entry, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
New York, New York, United States · On-site
About Basic Capital Basic Capital is building the Robinhood of 401(k)s — a modern retirement platform that gives everyday workers access to the full investment universe, including stocks, crypto, private equity, and vent…
Skills: M&A Integration, Systems Consolidation, Vendor Rationalization, Process Standardization, Operational Auditing
Buffalo, New York, United States · Remote Solely
$90k–$120k/yr
AO Globe Life is hiring motivated individuals who want to grow professionally while working in a flexible, fully remote environment. In this role, you’ll connect with individuals who have requested information about avai…
Skills: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Client Support, Virtual Meeting Management, Onboarding
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$168k–$200k/yr
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our…
Skills: Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Technical Accounting, M&A Integration, U.S. GAAP
City of Troy, New York, United States • On-site
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Manage accounting, financial reporting, and audit compliance for the Business Office while overseeing the school's financial aid program. Act as a primary liaison between the Business Office and Admissions to support enrollment management and family services.
Requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with five to seven years of progressive experience. Proficiency in GAAP and financial software, along with strong analytical and communication skills, is essential.
The Senior Accountant & Financial Aid Administrator is a key member of the Business Office, responsible for a broad range of accounting, financial reporting and financial aid responsibilities. Serving as a vital bridge between the Business Office and Admissions, this position plays an integral role in supporting the School’s enrollment management efforts while ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound financial stewardship, and exceptional service to prospective and current families.
This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments. Success in the role depends on building strong working relationships and communicating effectively with colleagues, prospective and current families, students, auditors, and external partners while handling sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and care.
We seek someone who is committed to navigating today’s changing and diverse landscape to help the School promote and nurture diversity, equity, and inclusion. The School encourages candidates from under-represented groups to apply, as well as those who have demonstrated experience with diverse populations.
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Manage accounting and financial reporting for key functional areas, including cash and investments (including endowment activity), fixed assets, receivables (including tuition), and other assigned general ledger accounts. Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Monitor New York State Education Department funding opportunities and reimbursement programs for nonpublic schools, evaluate the School's eligibility, and coordinate all related applications, reporting, reconciliation, and compliance activities to maximize available funding.
Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and prepare reports and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
Act as the primary Business Office contact for designated budget managers, providing guidance on spending, budget activity, account coding, and expense allocation. Meet with budget managers at least monthly to review financial activity, ensure transactions are accurately recorded, and support effective budget management.
Support the monthly and annual financial close processes, including the preparation of financial statements, schedules, and management analyses.
Serve as the Business Office liaison for the School's JesterMester program, partnering with trip leaders and program leadership to provide guidance on budgets, purchasing, expense reporting, account activity, reconciliations, and payment processing.
Lead or support special accounting, financial reporting, system implementation, and other Business Office initiatives as needed to support the School's operational and strategic priorities.
Audit and Compliance
Coordinate assigned aspects of the annual independent audit, including preparation of schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation.
Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the School's annual Form 990, sales tax filings, and other regulatory filings, surveys, and required financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable reporting requirements.
Support the School's system of internal controls by maintaining accurate financial records and promoting compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
Collaborate across departments on strategic initiatives, system implementations, reporting enhancements, and other projects that support the goals of the Business Office and the School.
Perform other related responsibilities and contribute to special projects as assigned in support of the evolving needs of the Business Office.
Serve as a key member of the Financial Aid Committee, leading the administration of the School’s financial aid program for prospective and returning students, including application review, award recommendations, reconciliation, reporting, and year-end analysis.
Act as the primary administrator for the School's financial aid management system (Clarity), ensuring accurate and efficient processing while maintaining the integrity of financial aid and enrollment data.
Partner closely with the Admissions team throughout the enrollment cycle to align financial aid administration with the School's recruitment, enrollment, and retention goals.
Review financial aid applications and supporting documentation, evaluate family financial information, and prepare award recommendations consistent with School policies and budget parameters.
Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective and current families throughout the financial aid process, coordinating the issuance of enrollment contracts and reconciling financial aid awards with tuition billing and student account records.
Prepare reports and analyses related to enrollment, tuition revenue, tuition discount rate, and financial aid to support institutional decision-making.
Support the ongoing enhancement of financial aid and enrollment processes while providing families with a welcoming, respectful and supportive experience and exercising the highest level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential financial information.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
Five to seven years of progressive accounting or finance experience required; nonprofit or independent School experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and account reconciliation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Experience administering financial aid programs, tuition assistance, enrollment management, or other student financial services preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace applications, along with financial and student information systems; experience with Blackbaud, Clarity, or similar enterprise software is preferred.
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and provide outstanding customer service.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and communicate with professionalism, empathy, and respect while working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Salary
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