Senior Accountant, Grants And Contracts

Job Type
Full-time
Description
NECO invites applications from qualified applicants for the position of Senior Accountant, Grants and Contracts. Reporting to the Executive Director of Financial Operations, the Grants and ContractsSenior Accountant has diverse tasks related to post-award grant and contract funded projects for research, clinical and continuing education activities, and serves as a key member of a cross-functional team that supports and collaborates with NECO's Office for Research Administration. This individual should be able to keep track of outstanding accounts, have strong customer service and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to working with a diverse group of faculty and staff in support of the mission of the institution.
About the College and Center for Eye Care
The New England College of Optometry prepares the next generation of eye care providers, educators, and innovators through a rigorous curriculum and extensive clinical experience. NECO graduates compassionate and skilled optometrists prepared to practice in diverse settings. Located in the heart of Boston, the College is a small, independent graduate institution that has a student body of approximately 530 students from 34 states and 8 countries.
The NECO Center for Eye Care is the patient care and clinical education affiliate of the New England College of Optometry. It is one of the largest providers of optometric services in Massachusetts with nearly 90,000 annual patient visits at more than 43 locations, including many of Greater Boston's community health centers.
The Senior Accountant, Grants and Contracts is responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. The Senior Accountant, Grants and Contracts will work closely with the Assistant Controller, the Executive Director of Financial Operations, and other Business Office staff in all matters relating to the monthly and annual close processes and the annual budget process.
Financial Management
Review current and future grant-funded and contract-funded projects to ensure appropriate methods for revenue recognition over the life of the project
Review current accounting processes and procedures for suitability; implement process improvements to improve efficiency and timeliness of the monthly close and reporting
Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information
Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions; resolving discrepancies
Review project spending and budget utilization to ensure alignment with grant objectives and institutional guidelines
Prepare financial reports, statements, and analyses for grant-related activities
Budgeting and Forecasting
Collaborate with grant and contract project managers and human resources to develop detailed budgets for project proposals, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives
Assist in budget revisions and modifications as necessary to accommodate changing needs or funding circumstances
Provide financial projections and forecasts for grant-related and contract-related revenue and expenses
Compliance and Reporting
Ensure adherence to project guidelines, regulations, and reporting requirements from federal, state, and private funding sources
Prepare and submit accurate and timely financial reports and documentation to grantors as required
Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate grant-related and contract-related audits and reviews
Grant and Contract Administration
Work closely with grant and contract project teams to provide financial guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle
Participate in project proposal development, reviewing budgets and financial sections to ensure accuracy and compliance
Assist in the preparation of grant-related and contract-related invoices, reimbursement requests, and financial documentation
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborate with various departments, including research administration, clinical operations, continuing education, development, human resources, and finance to ensure seamless coordination of grant-related and contract-related activities
Communicate effectively with principal investigators, project managers, and external partners to address financial queries and resolve issues
Training and Professional Development
Stay updated on evolving grant regulations, accounting standards, and best practices within the higher education sector
Attend relevant training sessions and workshops to enhance grant and contract accounting knowledge a
This position will have up to two direct reports to be supervised and developed
NECO is an AA/EEO employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Salary Range: $85,000-$90,000
New England College of Optometry offers a robust benefits program including:
3 plan options for BCBS medical coverage (employer subsidized at 75% or greater)
Mental Health and Wellness benefits
BCBS Dental
Discounted vision services
13 paid holidays and generous paid time off for sick, vacation, and personal days
Employer-paid life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
Voluntary Insurance: life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident,
Voluntary Benefits: employee discounts and pet insurance
9% employer contribution to a 403(b)-retirement plan after 1 year of service with no vesting schedule or match requirement
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer
All NECO team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.
NECO is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
Requirements
Please upload a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
Minimum 5 years of accounting, budget management, or related experience required
Supervisory experience required
Grant administration and accounting preferred
Experience with general ledger software, Jenzabar preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required, including the ability to cultivate and manage relationships with faculty, staff, and funding agencies
Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects while working under deadlines during peak times of the year
This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in the office.
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Salary Description
$85,000-$90,000