Research Accountant

The Accountant II serves as the lead fiscal manager for a portfolio of sponsored projects (ledger five grant accounts) within the College of Sciences. Reporting to the Director of Research Administration, you will oversee grant account activity, ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines, and support Accounting Technicians and faculty in effective financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee fiscal management of sponsored projects, including rebudgets, no-cost extensions, reconciliations, and account corrections.
• Collaborate with Post-Award Accountants to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing and approvals.
• Monitor project activity to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Meet with faculty to provide guidance on budget forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Address complex financial and compliance-related questions from faculty and staff.
• Coordinate with departments, HR, and college finance staff to resolve fiscal and administrative issues.
• Interpret and communicate university, federal, and agency compliance requirements to faculty and Accounting Technicians.
• Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to Accounting Technicians to support efficient workflow.

If you are organized, have the ability to manage competing priorities, and have a proactive mindset in resolving financial and compliance challenges; we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Experience/Education:

Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in Accounting; or Associate's degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including the ability to research policies, procedures, and regulations to resolve complex or unprecedented issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret and clearly explain complex requirements, regulations, and processes to a variety of audiences.
• Experience with grants management, including knowledge of federal regulations, compliance requirements, and applicable federal circulars.
• Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities, recommend solutions that increase efficiency and customer service, and effectively resolve customer concerns.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing, analyzing, and processing information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Access, or similar business software applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of post-award experience in the administration of sponsored awards or a Master's Degree.
• Knowledge of the University and State financial processes.
• Experience/knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Uniform Guidance, and ledger 5.
• PeopleSoft financial experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft actions.