Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Tue Jan 6 2026 Job Description:

The Accounting Office, in the Division of Finance and Administration at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta, invites applications for the position of Revenue Accountant. Reporting to the Director of Finance, responsibilities include managing, reconciling, analyzing, and reporting the university's revenue streams, including tuition, auxiliary, dormitory, fees and other revenue sources. The position also manages daily university cash flow/bank balances and financial aid transactions. This role ensures the integrity of campus financial data to support sound and sustainable management decisions as well as maintain compliance with University, SUNY and NYS policies and procedures.

The Division of Finance and Administration provides leadership and services to support responsible stewardship of SUNY Oneonta's physical, human, technology, and financial resources. Comprised of offices including Budget, Finance and Business Services, Facilities and Safety, Technology, and Research, Grants and Contracts, the Division is committed to advancing the university's mission through responsive, effective service guided by the values of inclusivity, service, and sustainability.

To learn more about the University and the division, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or https://suny.oneonta.edu/division-finance-administration

Duties include but are not limited to:

Manage all aspects of campus cash flow including all financial aid funds

Record and reconcile revenue transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SUNY financial polices - including scheduling, reconciling and processing of revenue distributions

Maintain the University's bank accounts

Collaborate with departments to ensure timely and accurate billing and collections

Preparation of monthly reconciliations and submission of all quarterly financial reports

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations

Assist in the preparation of year-end close out and submission of financial reports as required by SUNY, NYS and external agencies

Security administration of user access to SUNY & NYS financial systems and other various systems & applications

Salary: $68,000- $72,000 commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Three or more years of responsible experience in accounting or business-related field

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Preferred:

Revenue accounting experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other business-related field

Experience working in SUNY or Higher Education setting

Experience working in Ellucian's Banner software

Experience working with and serving diverse populations

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

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