Job Description

This position will serve as the Finance Coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Lewis County and will provide administrative direction, management and coordination for all Finance functions for the Lewis County Extension office. This position performs a moderate amount of highly complex tasks to support the Association, within the Finance area. This position will work closely with the SBN Finance Lead to ensure that all best practice recommendations are implemented in accordance with established timeframes. This position will reach out to the SBN Finance Lead for assistance and troubleshooting, as needed. This position will perform job duties with a high level of initiative and discretion, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality. This position will also provide high level support to the Board of Directors and the Executive Director in the Finance area as identified. This position will create and monitor Finance reports that may be sensitive in nature and related to established policies and procedures in support of the Association.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

All applicants must apply online by close of day on July 26, 2023 to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.

All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: .

Please contact Michele Ledoux, Association Executive Director at 315-376-5270 with questions.

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is a part-time non-exempt position - 20 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $25.00. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or Equivalent Education (GED/High School Diploma and one (1) year transferrable program/functional experience).
• College level accounting courses.
• Demonstrated strong accounting, bookkeeping and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn updates and new financial systems, procedures and best practices.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid New York State Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to secure confidential information and materials appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work with and relate to co-workers, advisors, community agencies, professional leaders and clientele of varying ages, socio-economic and cultural diversities.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize standard computer technologies.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction - 10%

• With moderate initiative and discretion, assist in planning for delegated and assigned financial functions for the Association.
• Assist with planning for Association\xe2\x80\x99s expenses/budgets.

With moderate initiative and discretion, assist in providing administrative direction for all Association Finance responsibilities.

Management - 20%

• Communicate with the Finance SBN Lead regarding questions, issues and/or troubleshooting in all areas of Finance as appropriate.
• With moderate initiative and discretion, provide administrative management for all Association Finance responsibilities.
• Assist with guiding the administration of the overall Associations expenses.
• Ensure compliance with all minimum operating standards in the Finance area per established protocol.

Coordination/Operation - 65%

• Assist staff in day-to-day coordination of business Finance activities.
• Follow standard operating procedures for efficient business operations in the Finance area.
• With moderate initiative and discretion, perform a moderate amount of complex tasks to support the administration of the Association Finance Department.
• Perform a variety of Finance functions including, but not limited to:

• Prepare and execute budgets.
• Process accounts payable vouchers and check payments.
• Process accounts receivable billing and collect revenues.
• Reconcile bank statements.
• Perform required processes for month-end and year-end closing as necessary.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for the Finance Committee and Board of Directors as necessary.
• Implement established best practices and procedures in Finance based on direction from the Executive Director and/or SBN Finance Lead.
• Provide administrative support for regional Finance functions including, but not limited to:

• Attend Regional Finance trainings provided by the SBN Finance Lead.
• Reach out to SBN Finance Lead as needed for information technology troubleshooting and support.
• Maintain Association Finance files as needed.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all position responsibilities.
• Effectively maintain professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
• This position may require the transport of program materials and resources in performing position responsibilities.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions.

• Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy - Applied to all duties and functions.

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Be aware of, and adhere to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Lewis County policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Title: Association Finance Coordinator

Level: 005

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Company: Contract College

Contact Name: Jerilynn Cross

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

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