Accountant 2

Job Title: Accountant 2 Employment Type: Contract Work Hours: 35 hrs.week Work site: TBDLocation: 230 West 41st St, New York, NY 10036 Job Duration: 2 Years Closing: 02252025.Senior GrantsFinancial Aid Accountant (Assistant Manager) - 1 position Job Description: In search of a business professional with an undergraduate degree in accounting or an individual with 3-4 years of experience in accounting as described below. Familiar with bank reconcilation processes and concepts, accruals, specifically related to receivables and external customer or sponsor billing. Prepare account analysis and reconciliation on financial aid related to general ledger activity as assigned by department supervisor. Research historical balances using information readily available, and discussions with other departments. Assist with documenting new or existing business processes being used by the department. Assist with the month-end and year-end closing process. On a daily basis, update the cash log as per the support obtained from Cash Management. Monthly reconciliation of the cash log with the general ledger to ensure accuracy. Prepare reports and presentation materials for university management, colleges, and external parties. Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis and other special projects, as requested. Process information and data received within CUNY to prepare for transition to new ERP system, which may include validating data, reviewing data requests from an accounting perspective for completeness and reasonableness, and escalating matters to supervisor or the University Executive Controller in a timely and effective manner. Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience or willingness to learn advance excel functions such as pivot tables, and VLOOKUP. Attention to details. Strong numerical analysis, evaluation, and research skills. Strong writingverbal communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organization skills with files and communications. Senior Student AccountsRevenue Accountant (Assistant Manager) - 2 positions Job description In search of a business professional with an undergraduate degree in accounting or an individual with 3-4 years of experience in accounting as described below. Familiar with bank reconcilation processes and concepts, receivables, revenue recognition related to fee for service. Prepare daily journal entries related to cash receipts and disbursements. Assist with general accounting month-end and year end closing process. Prepare monthly cash reconciliation. Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and overall analytics. Assist with year-end closing by reviewing colleges' trial balance for irregularities in the general ledger control accounts. Prepare reports and presentation materials for university management, colleges, and external parties. Provide support to the Manager of University Revenue by performing ad hoc reporting and analysis and other special projects, as requested. Research historical balances using information readily available, discussions with other departments or campus accounting and bursar professionals. Assist with documenting new or existing business processes being used by the department. Process information and data received within CUNY to prepare for transition to new ERP system, which may include validating data, reviewing data requests from an accounting perspective for completeness and reasonableness, and escalating matters to supervisor or the University Executive Controller in a timely and effective manner. Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience or willingness to learn advance excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP. Attention to details. Strong numerical analysis, evaluation, and research skills. Strong writingverbal communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organization skills with files and communications. Senior Asset Management Accountant (Capital Assets, Leased Tangible and Intangible Assets and Debt Reporting) - 2 positions Job description In search of a business professional with an undergraduate degree in accounting or an individual with 3-4 years of experience in accounting as described below. A successful candidate will assist in the analysis and reporting of all capital assets and debt activities of the University. Analyze capital assets data and research discrepancies. Review capital assets transactions for additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation. Assist with the preparation of debt analyses and college allocations. Review information related to leased assets related to space, equipment, and software as a service (Saas software). Perform monthly close of Asset Management system and reconciliation to GL. Review and update financial statement data and footnote disclosures relating to capital assets and debt. Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reports. Distribute DASNY and or central office supporting documentation to respective colleges (i.e.: purchase orders, invoices, and related materials). Collect and review monthly reconciliation reports from Property Managers following up on discrepancies andor escalating to supervisor, Assistant Director, or Assistant Controller, as necessary. Work on special projects, and other duties as assigned. Research historical balances using information readily available, discussions with other departments, property management professionals or campus accountants. Assist with documenting new or existing business processes being used by the department. Support asset retagging initiative University-wide under the direction of university leadership in this area. Process information and data received within CUNY to prepare for transition to new ERP system, which may include validating data, reviewing data requests from an accounting perspective for completeness and reasonableness, and escalating matters to supervisor or the University Executive Controller in a timely and effective manner. Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience or willingness to learn advance excel functions such as pivot tables, and VLOOKUP. Attention to details. Strong numerical analysis, evaluation, and research skills. Strong writingverbal communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organization skills with files and communications. Misc. Information: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm. Paid parking is available at nearby parking lots. Several subway lines are within a block of the location. Additionally, the work location is across from Port Authority Terminal. The interviews will be conducted in person or online based on the availability. Training will be provided. The Nexus Staff Difference: Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us. We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House). Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.

Created: 2025-02-27