Lubbock
45716BR
Accounting Services
Position Description
Performs routine pre-award and/or post-award sponsored programs activities associated with management and oversight of the life cycle of awards.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the Department and/or College
Accounting Services serves a vital role in Texas Tech University's scholarship and research mission. Our success is measured by our ability to partner with the campus community, provide innovative solutions, and guide our customers through decisions of resource allocation amid an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Accounting Services strives for continued success by fostering a culture of sustainable excellence that promotes the stewardship of resources, benefiting those we serve.
Accounting Services is seeking an individual with an eye for detail, who has excellent organization and customer services skills, who can work well within a team while also using independent judgement to analyze and solve complex problems. Accounting experience is a plus!
A Research Administrator I will be responsible for the day-to-day activities associated with post-award research administration such as creating new funds in the financial system, monitoring financial activity through compliance reports and expense approvals, preparing and sending invoices and reports, and communicating with sponsoring agencies and campus partners.
Major/Essential Functions
Administer comprehensive post-award financial support of university sponsored projects by collaborating with institutional constituents and external sponsors to provide guidance and customer service related to managing sponsored projects.
Responsible for managing portions of the post-award financial life cycle of award process, which include: award setup, processing award budgets, maintaining proper award files, preparing & submitting invoices/reports, refunds, assist with accounts receivable, collection efforts, coordinating necessary meetings, award closeout, and contribute to document retention efforts.
Initiate proper transactions within the university financial system(s) and assist with monitoring account records for compliance and accuracy. Complete assigned compliance reviews and coordinate with various campus offices to address identified risks. Review requests related to sponsored projects and coordinate necessary communication between campus offices and sponsoring agencies to ensure appropriate regulation and institutional policies are met.
Assist in completing strategic initiatives for Research Accounting related to the goals and mission of Accounting Services and Texas Tech University.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience OR combination of education and experience to equal 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications
- Accounting or finance degree, CPA or CPA candidate, CRA/CFRA/CPRA or candidate.
- Experience in accounting or research administration(including Federal regulations and institutional policy),fund accounting, working with Microsoft programs(Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and working in TTU specific systems(Banner, FiTS, TechBuy, BRS, Cognos, etc.).
- Experience delivering customer service both in person and via email/phone.
Pay Range
$25.91 - $33.70 - $41.44
To apply
To apply, visit workattexastech.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.