Accounting Services Assistant - BU Foundation
Location: Vestal, NY Category: Support Staff Posted On: Thu Aug 1 2024 Job Description: The Binghamton University Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation established to raise funds that further the purpose and mission of Binghamton University. Staff members and volunteers working on behalf of the Foundation, foster and maintain partnerships with alumni, parents, friends and members of the University community. In addition to raising and administering funds, the Foundation provides bookkeeping services to other entities on campus; processing deposits and disbursements. This position is within the Foundation's accounting services department. Duties and Responsibilities:
Data entry of vouchers, check production, check distribution, and uploading of online banking transactions.
Processing of daily deposits for all entities, including cash receipts, accounts receivable, and preparation of each entity's cash bank deposit slips for bank courier pick up. Checks are scanned and submitted daily to the bank.
Data entry of journal entries
Processing of new account forms and change forms for BU Foundation accounts.
Processing of student loan applications and repayments, including accounts receivable maintenance. Sending reminder/delinquency notices for past due loans and updating status in the University's Banner system.
Preparation of Foundation vouchers as needed, along with labels and annual voucher file folders. Coordination and maintenance of document storage.
General office responsibilities, including filing, ordering supplies and mailing of checks
Other duties as assigned and back up to accounting services associate
Job Requirements:
Associate's degree is required. Preference given to degrees in business, accounting or related disciplines
Minimum 1 to 3 years of cash handling duties and customer service experience is required
Must be able to interact successfully with various campus constituencies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow directions
Exceptional attention to detail. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, and monitors own work to ensure efficiency.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Experience with Blackbaud's Financial Edge or other accounting software will be considered advantageous
Additional Information:
Salary: $32,000 - $35,000, 10-month position (benefits eligible for 12 months)Employee Benefits: The Research Foundation for the State University of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package (https://benefits.rfsuny.org/) that is a valuable part of total compensation. This includes medical, dental, vision, dependent care subsidy and other benefits such as SUNY Tuition Assistance. Furthermore, our 10 Perks of Working at the RF (https://www.rfsuny.org/about-us/careers/) provides an at-a-glance view of our top benefits that make us a great place to work. Research Foundation Commitment to Equal Employment OpportunityAs an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.The Research Foundation for SUNY is a private, not for profit corporation and is a separate employer from SUNY and the State of New York and offers separate compensation and benefit plans.Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.