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Financial Analyst – Capital Assets and Debt

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager - Capital Assets & Debt, the Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for system maintenance, analysis and reporting of all capital asset, lease, and debt-related activities of the University.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

+ Process journal entries and requests in the University’s General Ledger (CUNYfirst) related to capital assets, leases, and debt activities, ensuring accurate accounting and data integrity.

+ Work closely with: Colleges’ Property Managers, Non-Tax Levy Accountants, various CUNY Offices (Computer and Information Services (CIS), Facilities Planning, Construction and Management (FPCM), CUNY Construction Fund (CUCR), Department of Design and Construction Management (DDCM), and the Research Foundation (RF)), and The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). Distribute DASNY and Central Office supporting documentation to colleges and act as a liaison for fixed asset-related issues.

+ Maintain and reconcile fixed asset data in the CUNYfirst – Asset Management (AM) ERP system, including monthly closing activities and discrepancy resolution; review monthly AM and LA system transactions for additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation; reconcile and record inter-company transactions and organize annual re-inventory for all CUNY Colleges and Central Office.

+ Analyze capital projects managed by DASNY, CUCF, DDCM, and RF, ensuring AM records are up to date.

+ Maintain and reconcile lease data in the CUNYfirst – Lease Administration (LA) ERP system, including monthly closing and discrepancy resolution in accordance with latest GASB standards.

+ Assist in preparing debt analyses, college allocations, and the capital asset and debt portions of financial statements, including footnote disclosures and management, discussion and analysis, indirect cost recovery support for RF CUNY, and IPEDS report; assist with preparing internal and external reporting of transactions in various required formats; prepare fixed assets, leases, and debt-related deliverables for submission to external auditors as part of the annual audit process.

+ Ensure capital assets and leases are presented in accordance with GASB and University policy; assist with maintenance and enhancements the University’s Capital Asset Policy and Property Managers Procedure Manual.

+ Prepare and coordinate training seminars as needed for the University community around the topics of fixed asset accounting, internal controls over fixed and sensitive assets, and lease accounting as well as usage of CUNY’s financial systems applicable to fixed assets and leases.

+ Provide support for ongoing CUNY ERP implementation and enhancement, assist with system conversions, implementations, and upgrades related to Fixed Assets, Lease Administration, and Debt activities.

+ Supervise temporary staff as necessary; work on special projects, and other duties as assigned.

**NOTE** :

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred:

+ Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (MBA and /or CPA is a plus). An advanced degree or CPA can replace one year of service.

+ Detail-oriented with excellent writing, analytical, evaluative, and organizational skills plus strong presentation, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders and constituents of various levels in a time-sensitive, dynamic, and customer responsive office.

+ Advanced knowledge of MS Office specifically for MS Excel spreadsheet formulas (v-lookup, pivot tables, sorting functions).

+ PeopleSoft and Workday experience is a plus.

+ Knowledge of GASB reporting requirements.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Coordinates financial matters for a program or department under management direction.

- Maintains financial accounts for income and spending; administers the allocation of funds

- Analyzes spending, income trends and usage to recommend improvements

- Manages the collection of revenue and accounts receivable

- Tracks and maintains financial data to provide fiscal reports to management; produces forecasting projections

- Monitors the financial condition of operating centers to ensure efficient use of resources

- Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis as necessary

- May supervise subordinate staff

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Finance Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is **$64,649 - $82,928,** commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

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.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=30339&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled; review of applications starts 2 weeks from posting date.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

30339

Location

Central Office