State University Construction Fund
Assistant Controller - Contracts and Payments
State University Construction Fund, Albany, New York, us, 12237
About State University Construction Fund:
The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is a New York State government entity dedicated solely to facilitating and expediting the construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and improvement of the State University of New York's academic building and infrastructure assets at 32 state-operated campuses and 3 teaching hospitals.
Our offices are located within the historic SUNY System Administration headquarters in downtown Albany, New York. Though officially named the H. Carl McCall SUNY Building, it is often referred to by locals as the, "D&H Building," or affectionately, "The Castle."
The Fund offices and the adjoining employee parking garage are just steps from the Hudson River, a short walk to the Capitol Building and the Empire Plaza, and a few minutes' drive to major highways including the Northway (Interstate 87) and the New York Thruway (Interstate 90).
Job Description:
The State University Construction Fund (the "Fund") is currently seeking an
Assistant
Controller - Contracts and Payments
to join our Controller's Services team at our office in Albany, NY.
Responsible for the development, recommendation and implementation of policies and procedures supporting the management of the Fund's appropriations, contracts and cost centers, the capital payment processing and participation in the the Fund's Enterprise Risk Management program.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for supervising the campus-let coding process, SUCF contract processes and appropriation control processes Maintain the appropriation and segregation files that crosswalk and inter-relate internal systems for both management and financial reporting purposes Authorize the transmission of approved contracts to the Statewide Financial System Provide coordination between the Contract Unit and the Offices of Design and Construction for post award contract changes such as encumbrance adjustments, ECA's, change orders, and field orders Provide accurate project and accounting systems support for SUNY, the State Comptroller, units of the Fund and campuses Review accounting and appropriation records for consistency, reasonableness, and accuracy Oversee the fiscal management of OGS projects including the processing of payments and project close outs Maintain campus administered projects to ensure they adhere to Fund and SUNY policies, including the updating of milestones and the timely close out of completed projects Provide guidance to campuses as needed regarding the use of costs centers and coding provided for projects Authorize the final closeout of all projects Analyze data to identify trends and key transaction points Recommend changes to procedures and processes to capture data necessary for financial and accounting reports Provide support for final reconciliation and utilization of lapsing appropriations Provide coordination between the Appropriation Unit and the other units within Program Management and Finance for appropriations issues, such as encumbrance adjustments and the utilization of cost centers Responsible for supervising the audit process of capital payments Responsible for the review of post audit procedures to provide timely detection and correction of errors Assist vendors with contract and/or payment inquiries by obtaining information from OSC and/or SFS Assist with data analysis and reconciliation practices for capital payments and contract financial information Participation in the Fund's Enterprise Risk Management program as work group member, assisting in tracking risk mitigation plans, providing training to internal staff, and reporting to senior management Perform other duties as directed
Requirements:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field plus five years of experience are required, strong supervisory skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information in a clear and concise format. The ability to demonstrate judgment and discretion in matters of confidentiality. Strong organization skills and an attention to detail. Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office Applications.
Additional Information:
Salary range:
$103,870 - 131,298 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) with vesting after 5 years of service, Health Insurance (including Prescription, Dental, and Vision), vacation, sick, and personal time, 13 paid Federal holidays, paid parental leave, and telecommuting.
Note on Telecommuting: Employees are eligible to request approval to telecommute a limited number of days per month after completing 6 months of service. Telecommuting approvals will be made in accordance with the Fund's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
The State University Construction Fund is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of 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 retaliation. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions:
Please complete the application process using our online system. You are not required to complete the employment application at this time. If you are selected to interview for this position, you will be asked to log back in to complete the employment application.
URL:
sucf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=174413
The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is a New York State government entity dedicated solely to facilitating and expediting the construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and improvement of the State University of New York's academic building and infrastructure assets at 32 state-operated campuses and 3 teaching hospitals.
Our offices are located within the historic SUNY System Administration headquarters in downtown Albany, New York. Though officially named the H. Carl McCall SUNY Building, it is often referred to by locals as the, "D&H Building," or affectionately, "The Castle."
The Fund offices and the adjoining employee parking garage are just steps from the Hudson River, a short walk to the Capitol Building and the Empire Plaza, and a few minutes' drive to major highways including the Northway (Interstate 87) and the New York Thruway (Interstate 90).
Job Description:
The State University Construction Fund (the "Fund") is currently seeking an
Assistant
Controller - Contracts and Payments
to join our Controller's Services team at our office in Albany, NY.
Responsible for the development, recommendation and implementation of policies and procedures supporting the management of the Fund's appropriations, contracts and cost centers, the capital payment processing and participation in the the Fund's Enterprise Risk Management program.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for supervising the campus-let coding process, SUCF contract processes and appropriation control processes Maintain the appropriation and segregation files that crosswalk and inter-relate internal systems for both management and financial reporting purposes Authorize the transmission of approved contracts to the Statewide Financial System Provide coordination between the Contract Unit and the Offices of Design and Construction for post award contract changes such as encumbrance adjustments, ECA's, change orders, and field orders Provide accurate project and accounting systems support for SUNY, the State Comptroller, units of the Fund and campuses Review accounting and appropriation records for consistency, reasonableness, and accuracy Oversee the fiscal management of OGS projects including the processing of payments and project close outs Maintain campus administered projects to ensure they adhere to Fund and SUNY policies, including the updating of milestones and the timely close out of completed projects Provide guidance to campuses as needed regarding the use of costs centers and coding provided for projects Authorize the final closeout of all projects Analyze data to identify trends and key transaction points Recommend changes to procedures and processes to capture data necessary for financial and accounting reports Provide support for final reconciliation and utilization of lapsing appropriations Provide coordination between the Appropriation Unit and the other units within Program Management and Finance for appropriations issues, such as encumbrance adjustments and the utilization of cost centers Responsible for supervising the audit process of capital payments Responsible for the review of post audit procedures to provide timely detection and correction of errors Assist vendors with contract and/or payment inquiries by obtaining information from OSC and/or SFS Assist with data analysis and reconciliation practices for capital payments and contract financial information Participation in the Fund's Enterprise Risk Management program as work group member, assisting in tracking risk mitigation plans, providing training to internal staff, and reporting to senior management Perform other duties as directed
Requirements:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field plus five years of experience are required, strong supervisory skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information in a clear and concise format. The ability to demonstrate judgment and discretion in matters of confidentiality. Strong organization skills and an attention to detail. Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office Applications.
Additional Information:
Salary range:
$103,870 - 131,298 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including immediate participation in the NYS and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) with vesting after 5 years of service, Health Insurance (including Prescription, Dental, and Vision), vacation, sick, and personal time, 13 paid Federal holidays, paid parental leave, and telecommuting.
Note on Telecommuting: Employees are eligible to request approval to telecommute a limited number of days per month after completing 6 months of service. Telecommuting approvals will be made in accordance with the Fund's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
The State University Construction Fund is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of 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 retaliation. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions:
Please complete the application process using our online system. You are not required to complete the employment application at this time. If you are selected to interview for this position, you will be asked to log back in to complete the employment application.
URL:
sucf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=174413