Cornell University Looking for Temporary Financial Assistant (Remote) at Ithaca, NY  Full Time

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We are seeking a full-time, benefits-eligible temporary financial assistant for 6-months with the possibility of a 6-month extension. This is a 39 hour per week position based at $20 per hour.

As a member of CoE CIS BSC team, provide outstanding financial transaction services to faculty, staff, students, and researchers. Act as the primary contact to answer questions or resolve issues regarding financial transactions or financial policies. Complete all transaction activities such as procurement card, purchasing, reimbursement processing, accounts payable and payroll approval reminders. Review and approve financial transactions for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to federal and university policies. Ensure compliance standards, as designated by University, CoE, CIS, and Cornell Tech are met. Act as an interface between central University offices and College units. Provide Administrative support as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Formal training beyond HS diploma of 6 months to one year.
• 1-2 years in an office setting. Experience with Cornell policies and procedures in the areas of purchasing, accounting, and accounts payable preferred.
• Experience with computer applications – MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access; etc. preferred.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with a broad range of people and be a team player. Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical.
• Demonstrated success as member of a functional team.
• Able to work quickly, effectively under pressure, use judgment in accomplishing tasks that are urgent or of a sensitive or confidential nature; balance conflicting priorities, and make decisions from a range of choices while adhering to proper policies and procedures.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where change in process/procedures is the norm.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of Cornell systems: Kuali Financial System (KFS), Workday, Concur, e-SHOP, MS Office suite of programs, along with Outlook email and calendaring system.
• Experience with interpreting Cornell policies and procedures in the areas of accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, and travel.
• Experience and knowledge in university account structure and reporting tools helpful.

Rewards and Benefits:

• This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The position will allow for the flexibility to work remotely at a location of employee’s choosing within the United States. The New York Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: .
• Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
• Cornell’s impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Program.

A cover letter and resume are required for further consideration for this position.

There is no relocation assistance for this position.

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University Job Title:

Temporary Financial Assistant

Job Family:

Temporary Finance/Budget/Planning

Level:

No Grade – Hourly

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability:

Fully Remote

Company:

Contact Name:

Sue Shipman

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2023-09-12
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