CCE of Albany County Lead Finance Manager – Voorheesville, NY

The Lead Finance Manager provides regional financial leadership and support to eight Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Associations in the Capital Region through hands-on accounting support, financial and accounting guidance training, and payroll functions. This role strengthens budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, grant management, and audit and year-end processes. The position also provides interim finance support during vacancies and other staffing transitions.The Lead Finance Manager also provides direct financial management services for one assigned CCE Association.Success in this role requires clear, approachable communication with executive directors, staff, and board members, many of whom have limited financial and accounting expertise, and a "no job too big or too small" mindset. The Lead Finance Manager must be comfortable performing routine accounting functions, providing training and presentations, and problem-solving complex financial challenges.The Lead Finance Manager collaborates closely with Cornell Cooperative Extension Administration and other statewide Finance Leads to maintain shared financial software applications, policies, procedures, and consistent financial practices. This position works as part of a regional Shared Business Network (SBN) team, which also includes an IT Lead and an HR Lead.We firmly believe in work-life balance and provide generous paid time off. This position is full-time. Compensation is paid at the rate of $85,000 annually and includes 21 Vacation days, 14 Holidays, 3 Personal days and 12 Sick days annually. Mileage for work related travel is reimbursed. Excellent benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, NYS Retirement (NYSERS), and much more.This is an onsite position. Remote work is not available.    Application InstructionsEnter your full name, full address, email, and phone number(s) in the My Information section.Upload a cover letter, resume, and contact details for at least three references (including one current or former supervisor or teacher). In the My Experience section, use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, please click the Upload icon for each additional document. If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via e-mail jpm373@cornell.edu.External applicants (including employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations): see Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension External Candidate for additional guidance.Internal applicants (current employees of the hiring CCE Association): apply through your Workday account.Apply ByAll applications must be received online by 11:59 pm on August 7, 2026. Position closing dates may change based on Association ne...