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-solvi...