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Junior Accounting Specialist
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Job Location:
Stone Ridge, NY - USA
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Posted:
12 August 2026 (24 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
9 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Unit: OPAP
Grade: III
35 hours/week 12 months/year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening: August 24 2026
The Junior Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Director of Accounting and is responsible for processing and maintaining financial information relating to the activities of the College and Association including bank reconciliations posting journal entries reconciling the general ledger performing daily close accounts payables accounts receivables asset inventory control and depreciation finance training and other duties as required.
In addition OPAP-covered members receive on an annual basis: 24 vacation days 12 sick days 6 personal days and 11 holidays including 4 floating addition the College is closed on the day prior to Thanksgiving and between December 26 - January 1 known as the Holiday Curtailment.
Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:
Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered.We invite you to be part of a dedicated community of learners in an academic department that puts students first. Please go to the SUNY Ulster website for additional campus community information.
SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application credentials transcripts fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States andall other required pre-employment conditions are met.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who due to a disability require accommodations for completing the application process testing (if required for the position) or the interview should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.
Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.
SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.
Conditions of EmploymentEmployment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.
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Grade: III
35 hours/week 12 months/year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening: August 24 2026
Position Summary:
SUNY Ulster a two-year branch of the State University of New York located ninety miles north of New York City in the Catskill Mountains is currently accepting applications for a Junior Accounting Specialist.The Junior Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Director of Accounting and is responsible for processing and maintaining financial information relating to the activities of the College and Association including bank reconciliations posting journal entries reconciling the general ledger performing daily close accounts payables accounts receivables asset inventory control and depreciation finance training and other duties as required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the daily financial transactions of the College and Association including accounts payable accounts receivable and the daily close process.
- Posts journal entries and reconciles general ledger accounts.
- Responsible for monthly bank reconciliations for all College bank accounts.
- Processes purchase requisitions creates purchase orders and distributes purchase orders to vendors and campus departments.
- Maintain vendor records and assists with issuing annual 1099NEC forms.
- Assists with preparing and delivering training to colleagues on various Accounting forms and processes.
- Assist with the preparation for annual independent audits of the College and Association.
- Responsible for maintaining appropriate records to document final accounting for all books of account including the general ledger cash receipts and cash disbursements. Such record keeping methods will comply with record retention requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associates degree.
- Accounting and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word Google Docs/ Sheets.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in accounting business or related field;
- Prior experience in an educational or governmental institution;
- Experience with Banner software.
Salary:
An initial starting salary of $48000 with an excellent benefits package. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.Additional Information
SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits packageincluding medical dental and vision life insurance NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plan SUNY Perks tuition waivers including dependent waivers and tuition assistance.In addition OPAP-covered members receive on an annual basis: 24 vacation days 12 sick days 6 personal days and 11 holidays including 4 floating addition the College is closed on the day prior to Thanksgiving and between December 26 - January 1 known as the Holiday Curtailment.
Application Process:
The position is open until filled. However to ensure consideration application materials should be received via email by August 24 2026 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed. SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close continue cancel postpone or restart the recruitment at any time.Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:
- Resume or CV
- Cover letter which discusses your qualifications and interest in the position
- Contact information for 3 professional references
Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered.
SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application credentials transcripts fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States andall other required pre-employment conditions are met.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who due to a disability require accommodations for completing the application process testing (if required for the position) or the interview should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.
Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.
SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.
Conditions of Employment
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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