Finance Specialist II Financial Planning & Analysis
Job Location:
Ithaca, NY - USA
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Job Summary
All employees are accountable for supporting the organizations values of truth respect excellence teamwork and integrity in addition to supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities.
Under the direction of the Finance Manager this position provides financial planning budgeting forecasting reporting and analysis support for units within the Facilities Management (FM) department. The position serves as a financial resource and business partner for Building Care Grounds the R5 Waste & Recycling Program FM Administration and Operations Logistics & Support Services. These operations have multiple funding sources and complex cost recovery methodologies.
The Finance Specialist II works closely with unit directors and managers to develop budgets prepare monthly forecasts and deliver quarterly and annual financial reporting. The position serves as the primary financial point of contact for assigned units providing expertise guidance and insight to support effective financial management and operational decision-making.
Responsibilities include ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information and adherence to University policies and procedures; developing detailed operating budgets; preparing billing rates and internal cost recovery models; and monitoring financial performance through variance analysis trend analysis and management reporting. The position also prepares monthly headcount reports and provides financial information to support workforce planning and operational decisions.
The Finance Specialist II collaborates with Finance team members to develop presentations reports and analyses that support executive decision-making and strategic planning. The position supports audits interprets University financial policies and procedures and provides guidance to departments on financial processes and best practices.
The position develops financial models and tools to support long-range forecasting scenario planning reporting improvements and operational metrics. The position identifies opportunities to streamline financial processes improve reporting capabilities and increase automation to enhance service delivery.
The Finance Specialist II develops and maintains effective working relationships with partners across Cornell University including the Division of Financial Services the Division of Planning and Budget and the Shared Services Center (SSC) as well as other departments and stakeholders.
Ours is avaluesbased organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organizations values of truth respect excellence teamwork and integrity. Employeesare required toattend staff development trainings andparticipatein the performance evaluation process.
While position responsibilities vary every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative collaborative open and welcoming; showing respect compassion and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.
This is an Endowed position with a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically work on-site two days per week and remotely three days per week. This is subject to change based on University and departmental needs.
We are a valuebased organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organizations values of truth respect excellence teamwork and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employeesare required toattend staff development trainings andparticipatein the performance evaluation process.
Werequirethese qualifications:
Minimum of an associates degree with 2 years relevant work experience or bachelors degree or combination of education and work experience.
Ability to develop complex financial models performappropriate dataanalysis budget and forecasting and general ledger reconciliations.
Strong interpersonal communication skills organization skills and the ability to work in a team environment are.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students faculty staff and community members
You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications:
Bachelors degree in accounting financebusinessor related field strongly preferred in addition to three or more years of in-depth analytical forecasting and budget experience.
Computer softwareproficiencyandexpertise especially in the use of MS Office Suite with a strong emphasis on Excel and Power BI.
Knowledge of Cornell policies on-line accounting systems (Kuali)and OBIEE Answers experience.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocationassistancewill not be provided for this position.
Rewards & Benefits:
Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits access to a plethora of wellness programs employee discounts with local and national retail brands health care options to choose from generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave health and personal leave 13 holidays (including end of year winter break through New Years Day) 2 floating holidays and superior retirement contributions.
Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health wellbeing sustainability and diversity initiatives. For more informationclick here.
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University Job Title:
Finance Specialist II
Job Family:
Fin/Budget/Planning
Level:
E
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Pay Range:
$66663.00 - $77473.00
Remote Option Availability:
Hybrid
Company:
Endowed
Contact Name:
Tonya Eiklor
Contact Email:
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