Post-Award Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts Accountant I (Inst)

Official Title: Post-Award Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts Accountant I (Inst) Business Title: Accountant Employment Class: Academic Staff FTE: 1.0 Compensation: $60,000 - $68,000 FLSA Status: Exempt Terms of Employment: Fixed-Term Renewable Position Summary:

Performs complex accounting duties. Collaborates with campus representatives to monitor, analyze, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs. Interacts directly with project sponsors related to financial reporting, invoicing, payments, and auditing on behalf of the university to ensure compliance.

Occasional hybrid work option will be allowed. Fully remote work option will be considered

UW Oshkosh provides a competitive benefits package for all benefit-eligible positions. Click here for more details. Responsibilities

• Analyzes, interprets, and processes complex extramural award actions to ensure financial requirements per federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations are followed on behalf of the institution
• Audits and approves financial transactions such as sub-award invoices, Principal Investigator transfers, refunds, payments, cost transfers and fiscal closeout of awards and projects
• Answers questions and advises campus stakeholders of correct processes and procedures for award management
• Prepares and analyzes financial reports and invoices, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts
• Works within the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to establish awards, review expenditures, issue invoices, manage accounts receivable, and process post award modifications
• Serves as fiscal contact/coordinator for grant audits, site visits and Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) audits.
• Monitors the Federal regulatory environment; advises the Director of the Office of Sponsored Programs, and the University’s Controller in the development of institutional policies, procedures and systems to ensure continuing compliance.
• Completes and submits federal surveys and compliance reports including the annual NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey and the quarterly American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) compliance report.
• Reviews and approves all proposal budgets before submission to ensure compliance with institutional and granting agency policies and requirements, and to ensure that funds requested are adequate for effective implementation of project design.
• Serves as principal financial/budgetary negotiator with funding agencies during the pre-award process, in the negotiation of extensions and/or amendments to existing awards, and when resolving compliance issues with funded awards.
• Performs other financial duties as assigned

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting or closely related field.
  Four years of relevant experience, or an Associate's Degree and two years relevant experience, will qualify in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Working knowledge of financial compliance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including judgment, professionalism and demonstrated ability to communicate with constituencies.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and requirements.
• Effective and efficient analytical skills; ability to analyze data, interpret guidelines, and proficient financial accounting skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred:

• Experience working in higher education, in a position of financial administration.
• Broad knowledge of State and Federal policies and procedures concerning budgeting, grants administration, contracts/subcontracts, and cooperative agreements
• Knowledge of and experience with computer-based financial accounting management systems, including PeopleSoft Shared Financial System, and online federal reporting systems such as those maintained by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Resources and Services Administration.
• Knowledge of UW Oshkosh and UW System Board of Regents policies and procedures concerning grants administration, contracts/subcontracts, and cooperative agreements

To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Monday, November 7th are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Diversity drives innovation, creativity, and progress. At the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, the culture, identities, life experiences, unique abilities, and talents of every individual contribute to the foundation of our success. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment is of paramount importance to us. This pursuit prepares all of us to be global citizens who will contribute to the betterment of the world. We are committed to a university culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to thrive.

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All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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