"Assistant Director of Finance - University Advancement"

Assistant Director of Finance - University Advancement

Description of Department:

The Division of University Advancement is responsible for the fundraising efforts of the State University of New York at Oswego. It is comprised of the Oswego University Foundation, Inc. (the Foundation), The Oswego Alumni Association, Inc. and the SUNY Oswego Career Services division.

The Foundation has nearly $95 million of assets, the most significant of which is the Foundation's endowment, which now stands at approximately $85 million.

The Office of University Advancement at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill the full-time position of Assistant Director of Finance.

Posting Date: December 18, 2025

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.

Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. This is a United University Professions (UUP) position. Click here for more information on benefits for full-time United University Professions (UUP) professional staff.

Date of Appointment: As soon as possible

Description of Responsibilities:

• Management of the General Ledger and financial reporting
• Assist with the preparation for the annual audits of the Oswego University Foundation, Oswego Alumni Association and WRVO FM Radio
• Assistance with the various annual reporting requirements
• Assist the Director of Finance with preparation for materials for all committee meetings
• Supervise the Accounting Associate position

SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan. As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, but other degree field and similar experience allowed
• Minimum of 4-5 years' experience working in an accounting field
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong skills using Microsoft suite of products
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of audit work with a public accounting firm or
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT
• Understanding of internal controls
• Familiarity with PCI standards
• Familiarity with fundraising