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Form of workOpening Full Time 40 hours Grade 053 Center for Visual Science Col Schedule 8:30 AM-5 PM Responsibilities GENERAL PURPOSE: Conducts specialized and complex analysis of research financial data in support of the various University Finance functions. Identify and research material variances by working with university and related entity personnel. Reviews and evaluates University accounting policies and procedures for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs high level, in-depth analyses and reconciliation of research accounts utilizing UR Financials, COGNOS, URGEMS, HRMS, and other tools. Reviews monthly accounting reports and monitors accounts for appropriateness of charges. Performs analysis to ascertain integrity of accounting data, account balances and to assure accurate reporting.
Develops process improvement and corrective action plans. Develops and recommends policies and procedures for accounting systems and financial reporting. Processes requests for payment (SIR) for subaward invoices and other research related expenses as needed to support research.
Prepares accounting journal entries (AJEs) to correct "grant out of award" and other errors., Prepares and submits personnel forms/salary distribution changes for processing. Updates effort projection workbooks on a routine basis and notifies research and finance administration of upcoming payroll changes required. Runs reports to identify expiring awards and works with Principal Investigator on grant close outs and works with the Office of Research Accounting and Costing Standards (ORACS) to prepare timely close outs of accounts.
Identifies any errors and follows through to be sure they are corrected accurately and on time. Maintains and ensures the accuracy of a shadow system (URGEMS or other excel based system). Includes setting up accounts utilizing notice of awards (ORPA/IORA) and identifying any discrepancies between notice of grant award and sponsor agreement and reviewing and tracking salary expenses.
Ensures accuracy of encumbrance system and data entry (through oversight and audit) as well as resolves errors. Prepares a variety of statements and accounting reports to analyze spending categories, ensuring accuracy, reasonableness, and adherence to agency guidelines. Budget development - Assists with collecting data and compiling budgets for grant submissions.
Attends post-award related user groups and administrative meetings, such as URGEMS user group, and Research Administration and Research Accounting (RARA) meetings. Participates in special purpose meetings, such as audits, meetings with central administrative departments, etc. Attends CLASP certification training program and maintain certification.
Compiles and or prepares reports, graphs and charts of data analyzed. Makes presentations on areas of research or analysis. Prepares conclusions, forecasts, and makes recommendations based on research.
Assists in the development and/or modification of Finance policies and procedures. Keeps abreast of trends as they relate to financial management and adapts new developments into planning, control, and analytical processes. As assigned, assumes responsibility for special projects involving research, planning, and recommending changes.
Assumes responsibility for the project, establishes timetables, activity plans and coordinates the efforts of any subordinate staff. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration required.
2 years of related experience required or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to take responsibility for multiple accounts in a complex granting structure and show initiative in making suggestions and decisions. Proficiency with spreadsheet analysis and ability to quickly learn new systems, programs, and / or software.
Knowledge of institutional and funding agencies policies and procedures related to sponsored programs accounting, University purchasing processes, accounts payable processes, UR Financials, URGEMS and payroll and human resources are preferred. Ability to work independently, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work well in a team environment. CLASP training will be required.
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How To Apply All applicants must apply online. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Pay Range Pay Range: $58,800 - $82,300 Annually The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
