Job Description

Senior Account Clerk

(Finance)

SUNY Broome Community College is seeking qualified applicants for Senior Account Clerk in the Finance Office. The Senior Account Clerk reports directly to the
Assistant Controller I.

This position is represented by the ESPA bargaining unit. This is an in-person, full-time, 12-month position, with a standard workweek of Monday through Friday.

A highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Account Clerk is needed to support core financial operations, including general accounting, payroll processing, grant billing, accounts payable, and cash management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the organization's financial systems.

Primary responsibilities include reviewing and recording journal entries, verifying data accuracy, and ensuring proper accounting distribution. Additional duties include handling check reissues, processing approved payroll reallocations, and maintaining thorough documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Daily control reports must be reviewed to reconcile financial activity, with discrepancies identified and reported appropriately. A variety of financial records are to be sorted, indexed, recorded, and maintained in accordance with internal policies and external audit requirements.

Grant-related duties involve the preparation and submission of billings, monitoring of grant budgets to ensure proper expense allocations, review of budget revisions for compliance with funding terms, and maintenance of detailed accounts receivable reporting. Support in audits includes compiling and submitting appropriate documentation for all grant-related transactions.

Cash management responsibilities include reviewing and verifying deposits, investigating and resolving discrepancies, maintaining balance and collateral reports, and assisting with the preparation of cash flow presentations.

Accounts payable duties include the review, coding, and processing of vendor invoices, preparation of payments and the maintenance of accurate records. Documentation related to credit card and travel transactions must be reviewed and recorded, and inquiries from departments, vendors, or external agencies must be handled promptly and professionally.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. The role requires collaboration across departments as well as interaction with vendors and external agencies to ensure financial accuracy and adherence to policies and regulations.

Requirements:

1. Graduation from a New York State registered or regionally accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree or higher in accounting, business, or a closely related field; OR


2. Completion of 60 credit hours at a New York State registered or regionally accredited college or university which must have included at least twelve credit hours in accounting or bookkeeping; OR


3. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years of experience maintaining financial accounts and records; OR


4. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

Additional Information:

The hourly rate for this position is $19.18.

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

SUNY Broome Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to enhancing the diversity and inclusion of the campus community and curriculum. The institution is committed to promoting an environment of equity, inclusion, and respect for others. SUNY BCC is committed to the diversity of its community. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions:

For best consideration, application materials must be received no later than Friday, October 24, 2025. 

SUNY Broome will continue to review and consider applications until filled. 

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references by clicking Apply.

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