Business Manager, Student Affairs

Category:: Professional
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Department:: Student Affairs
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Oct 2, 2026
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 49789
Position ID:: 205400
About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)

Salary: $60,250 - $65,000

Binghamton University is seeking organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative professional to join the Student Affairs Business Operations team as Business Manager. These positions serve as key financial advisors and administrative leads, providing strategic fiscal oversight and day-to-day business management for key operational areas, programs, and departments across the Division of Student Affairs.

The Health & Wellness programs work collaboratively to provide Binghamton University students with high-quality health and counseling options; and provide education, prevention, and outreach programs. The areas include Decker Health Services, University Counseling Center, Employee Assistance Program, Campus Recreation, Services for Students with Disabilities and the Healthy Campus Initiative.

Duties include:

• Responsible for management of financial records for all areas under the Associate Vice President and Chief Health & Wellness Officer
• Work closely with the AVP and directors to monitor budgets, review revenue and expenditures, and analyze fiscal performance
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Assist program areas and Student Affairs VP Office with strategic financial planning
• Oversee all University fee processes and annual paperwork for health & wellness programs
• Supervise all purchasing processes, travel, and reimbursements to ensure compliance with SUNY and NYS procedures
• Oversee all processes relating to revenue collection including cash handling and deposit procedures, PCI compliance, and point of sale software configuration
• Manage account receivables and invoicing procedures
• Assist with other health & wellness initiatives, pilot programs and special events
• Occasional evening, night or weekend work may be required if a situation warrants this need

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Two or more years of professional or paraprofessional experience in a business-related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with cash handling processes and PCI compliance
• Detail oriented as well as have effective time management and organization skills

Preferred:

• Two or more years of professional experience in accounting or related field
• Advanced degree in a related field
• Experience working with NYS financial systems and accounting structure

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=205400

Deadline for Internal Applicants:

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

You may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After you fill out your contact information, you will be directed to the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp.