Our College:

Leading at the intersection of people, business, and technology, the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is one of the most comprehensive business schools in the nation and includes many areas of expertise not found in any other leading institution. The college is comprised of the university’s three accredited business schools, each of which is recognized as among the best in higher education: the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration. Our academic research; industry and community engagement; and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs all reflect the future of business: flexible, collaborative, and cross-disciplinary. The college community includes 232 research faculty, 46,000 alumni, and nearly 3,300 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students. The SC Johnson College of Business has an unparalleled resource base from which to draw—within the college, Cornell Tech in New York City, and Cornell University broadly.

   

Our Team:

The Budget and Finance Team within the SC Johnson College of Business supports strategic and transactional financial operations across our three schools, our central college units, and the Statler Hotel across our two campuses in Ithaca and NYC. This team consists of individuals who take a progressive approach to financial planning and reporting, utilizing data-driven techniques and tools to support our College’s mission and enhance our organizational effectiveness.

This Position:

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Under the general direction of the Budget & Finance Manager and as a highly engaged and collaborative member of the greater finance team, this position works closely with key stakeholders within the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and University Central to provide financial reporting and analysis supporting various budgeting, reporting, and analysis activities.

This position will serve as an expert in nonacademic personnel/compensation planning. The incumbent will work closely with the Budget & Finance Manager, Human Resources, and Leadership, to provide financial support as it relates to nonacademic staff personnel management and compensation planning. This includes, but is not limited to collaborating, providing budgetary guidance and suggestions, reporting, academic staffing analysis, and various other tasks. This position will serve as the primary Compensation Finance Partner in Workday to manage the Workday queue, monitoring/updating all nonacademic staff personnel appointments, and ensuring timely, accurate costing of salaries and other compensation payments. 

The Associate Financial Analyst will stay current in Cornell University policies and procedures related to finance, participate in the annual budget process and reforecast, attend various meetings and functions, and also engage in professional development activities, while also providing backup support to other team members and the Budget and Finance Manager. 

Required Qualifications:

Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.Associate’s degree in business, finance, accounting or other related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; 2 – 4 years of experience with financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting.Knowledge of financial and data management systems, including but not limited to Kuali Financial Systems, Oracle BI, Workday, Longview and other relevant applications. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, Power Point). High attention to detail, able to work independently and prioritize multiple deliverables in a changing environment.Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.Demonstrated ability to take initiatives and to embrace uncertainties.Ability to work effective as part of a team while maintaining confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience at a university.Experience with human resources and compensation processes, policies, and law.

Rewards & Benefits at Cornell:

This position is a full-time position based in Ithaca, NY, and is eligible for Endowed Benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If interested in applying please include a cover letter with your application.

Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. Cornell’s key benefits include:

Health Care – Several plan options for a medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision care coverage.Generous Paid Time Off & Leave Provisions with flexible work options – This includes vacation time, health and personal time, holidays, and parental leave.Retirement Plans – Employees are eligible for the 403(b) College and University Retirement PlanEducation – Options include the Employee Degree Program, taking classes to enrich your career skills, New York’s 529 College Savings Program, and Cornell Children’s Tuition Scholarship.

To explore the full range of Cornell Employee Benefits further follow the link: Cornell Benefits.

   

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University Job Title:

Finance Specialist II

Job Family:

Fin/Budget/Planning

Level:

E

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$65,447.00 - $76,060.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Theresa Lynch

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Unique applicable skills

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2024-11-07