Employment applications and civil service exam applications are to be mailed to the Personnel Office, placed in the Personnel Drop-box located in the City Hall Lobby, or delivered to the Personnel Office on the 4th floor of City Hall. Applications are located on this page.

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

General employment applications and qualifications may be obtained at the Personnel and Civil Service office, 4th floor, City Hall, Governmental Plaza, Binghamton, New York, and must be filed at said office on or before the last date to file at 4:45pm.

The City of Binghamton is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversification. All new hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Broome County residency is required at time of appointment.

Job Openings

Assistant Comptroller (Tested Position)

  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$85,000.00 – $100,000.00 Per Year
  • Posted Date:07/01/2026
Department of Finance

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position plays an important role in the execution of the financial activities of the City. The position assists the Comptroller in all aspects of the accounting of city finances, including accounts payable, payroll, bond ordinances, cash management, journal entries, general ledger and preparing financial statements, within City policy and procedures. This position reports directly to the City’s Comptroller.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Prepare various financial reports accurately and according to City policy and procedures. Assist Comptroller in preparing annual budget; review and approve all purchase requisitions ‘review and approve all accounts payable; manage cash accounts and ensure the City is in compliance with federal, state and city law; monitors financial operations of joint sewage treatment plant; reconciliation of all general ledger accounts with supporting documentation; assist in writing procedures for all accounting function with Staff Accountant; assist in year-end audit; oversee payroll functions; file quarterly 941 and yearly W-2’s, 1099’s and 1095’s-5; make payroll tax payment timely and accurately; initiates wire transfers to pay debt and other expenses in a time manner; works with Department Heads to create budget amendments as needed; works with Staff Accountant on fixed asset system.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of accounting, strong analytical skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously within deadlines; intermediate to advanced computer literacy with Word, Excel and other financial software; ability to work with others under deadlines within a changing environment; ability to work independently and take initiative; excellent problem solving, communication skills, organizational and time management skills required; government experience in a financial office is helpful.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college with a Master’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field, including or supplemented by 18 semester credit hours in accounting, with 2 years of relevant experience; OR

B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four year college with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field, with 18 semester credit hours in accounting, with four years of relevant experience.

Before submitting your application, please make sure that your skills, qualifications, and competencies align with this job posting and are clearly stated on all documents that you submit to the City of Binghamton.

The City of Binghamton is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversification. All new hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Broome County residency is required at time of appointment.

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* Final Salary will be determined on training, experience, contractual requirements, and approval of Personnel Director and Comptroller.

Civil Service Examinations

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EXAM POSTING JURISDICTION  EXAM TYPE FILING DEADLINE  EXAM DATE
Police Officer City of Binghamton Police Department Open Competitive September 30, 2026 October 17, 2026
         
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  • For City of Binghamton positions, candidates must be legal residents of Broome County for at least one (1) month immediately preceding the examination date at time of application.  Please refer to individual exam postings to obtain applicable residency requirements for exam application and appointment.
  • There are no residency requirements for the City School District or Binghamton Housing Authority.
  • General employment applications are not accepted for examinations.

Examination applications and announcements may be obtained at the office of the Municipal Civil Service Commission, 4th floor, City Hall, 38 Hawley Street, Binghamton, New York, or by downloading from this page, and must be filed at said office on or before the last date to file at 4:45pm. Applications filed prior to the announcement of this examination are not a guarantee that you are registered to take this examination. An application for examination must be filed during the filing period listed above.

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