New York Sea Grant- Accounts Representative IV- CALS

The Opportunity

This position will provide financial support for the New York Sea Grant Program located within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, reporting to the Department Administrative Manager. Under general supervision, provide confidential program financial support to the Associate Director, Administrative Manager, and the New York Sea Grant Extension Program in the Program’s administration. Support a team of extension and administrative professionals located across the state, from Buffalo to the east end of Long Island. Accounts will be associated with a variety of sponsors at the state and federal levels.

Monitor accounts, including account distribution and verification of account expenses in coordination with the Administrator and five Administrative Assistants across the state. Communicate with New York Sea Grant Principal Investigators.

About the College

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

New York Sea Grant, a cooperative program of the State University of New York (SUNY) and Cornell University, is part of a national network of 34 university –based state Sea Grant programs that are administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Sea Grant integrates research, education, and extension to promote economic vitality and environmental sustainability to coastal residents and communities of New York.

What We Need

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically 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 position is full-time (39 hours/week) and will be located in Ithaca, New York.

This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance.

There is the opportunity to work remotely within New York State two days a week; an on-site presence in Ithaca is required three days a week.

Relocation Assiatnce will not be provided for this position.

• High School Diploma and 2+ years relevant experience in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to accurately apply account numbers, object codes, rules, and policies to transactions.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with a broad range of people.
• Mindfulness, attention to detail, organizational skills, and prioritization skills are required.
• Demonstrates accountability in all work responsibilities.
• Possess computer software proficiency and expertise, and are proficient in the use of MS Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Ability to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team.
• Ability to manage sensitive/confidential material in a professional manner.
• Must be able and willing to enhance personal knowledge, skills, and abilities as needed.
• Knowledge of how to balance conflicting priorities, make informed choices, and use sound judgment in completing urgent tasks.
• Experience that demonstrates creativity, reasoning, and solution-finding techniques.
• Ability to adhere to financial policies and procedures.
• Must be able to successfully complete and maintain certification in Cornell’s Accounting Certification Program within twelve months of start date.
• Must be flexible and receptive to innovative ideas and approaches.
• Provide backup to other members within the team, as necessary.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Enthusiastic about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you don’t.

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of federal/state regulations governing accountability and expenditures.
• Financial knowledge and bookkeeping (general ledger) experience.
• Familiarity with Cornell sponsored awards.
• Ability to learn Cornell University's applications (Webfin2, Kuali, Research Administration Support System, Workday, and Concur).
• The ability to learn Procurement and Travel and Meal business cards, e-SHOP, and I Want Doc procurement systems.
• Experience working with multiple accounts from multiple sponsors.
• Ability to become familiar with Cornell University fiscal policies.

Rewards and Benefits

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role remotely 2 days per week and on-campus 3 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.

• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell

• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell

• Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell:

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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University Job Title:

Accounts Rep IV

Job Family:

Fin/Budget/Planning

Level:

D

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$26.08 - $30.31

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

J'Frances White

Contact Email:

[email protected]

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2026-09-14