Fund Accounting Assistant

This position is a full-time appointment in the Office of Business and Fiscal Affairs with an anticipated appointment in June 2026. This is a calendar year (twelve-month) professional appointment designated UUP.Responsibilities:The Fund Accounting Assistant provides essential support to the Finance team by maintaining accurate and timely financial records for both restricted and unrestricted funds. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and mission-driven individual who is interested in supporting non-profit operations through sound fiscal management.This position is responsible for accounting and financial reporting related to the SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Foundation, Inc., the SUNY Cobleskill Alumni Association, and Alumni Commons, and also supports the broader functions of the Business & Fiscal Affairs Office.## Requirements:Minimum Qualifications * Associates Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field. * Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong written and oral communication skills. * Organization, initiative and attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsIn addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: * At least two years' experience, preferably with endowment funds, in not-for-profit or foundation setting. * Working knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge Nxt, or other not-for-profit accounting software. * Experience with higher education. * Experience with SUNY systems.## Additional Information: * This is an SL-3 position with a salary range of $57,151 - $60,000. * This is a full-time, term, calendar year position. * The schedule is Monday through Friday 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. * This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country. * SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check. * This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. * All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply, if your skillset meets the minimum requirements as set forth.SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.SUNY Cobleskill's Interim Title IX Coordinator is Nicole Field, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5514, email at [email protected], or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill, Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected] or 518-255-5423.