UT Southwestern Medical Center
Grants Accountant II, Radiation Oncology
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Grants Accountant II, Department of Radiation OncologyJob SummaryThe Grants Accountant II is responsible in assisting pre and post award management of assigned faculty by relaying funding opportunities sent by Sponsored Programs administrations and other forms of sources.
Additionally, this position researches and interprets relevant regulations, guidelines, and standards, and oversees the processing of contracts and/or grants, to include working with Principal Investigators to manage pre- and post-award processes. This position requires excellent communication skills, both written and oral, strong collaboration and teamwork skills, basic knowledge of grant proposals, budgets, and Federal and State sponsor guidelines within a university setting.
This position requires grants accounting experience.
Experience and EducationMinimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
OR
Associate’s degree and four (4) years professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
OR
High school diploma and six (6) years of experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
Preferred Requirements
Grants accounting experience.
Job Duties
Verifies postings in ledgers and journals for accuracy and compliance with prescribed accounting procedures.
Verifies accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolves discrepancies.
Compiles data and prepares spreadsheets related to various financial activities.
Furnishes data for general ledger accounts for correctness of income and/or expenses and for maintenance of adequate balances; reconciles monthly and annual salary reports.
Assists in development and implementation of new or revised accounting and operational procedures.
May compile and prepare monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports as required.
May prepare and/or approve various on-line expenditures, journal vouchers, etc.
May provide working supervision to Accounting Clerk and/or Accountant I positions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Work requires ability to exercise considerable judgment in interpretation of policy and application of accounting procedures and practices to work problems. Work requires knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing software. Work requires ability to apply mathematical reasoning to analyze data and identify discrepancies in financial accounts. Work requires skill in using ten key by touch.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in general office area
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Additionally, this position researches and interprets relevant regulations, guidelines, and standards, and oversees the processing of contracts and/or grants, to include working with Principal Investigators to manage pre- and post-award processes. This position requires excellent communication skills, both written and oral, strong collaboration and teamwork skills, basic knowledge of grant proposals, budgets, and Federal and State sponsor guidelines within a university setting.
This position requires grants accounting experience.
Experience and EducationMinimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
OR
Associate’s degree and four (4) years professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
OR
High school diploma and six (6) years of experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing.
Preferred Requirements
Grants accounting experience.
Job Duties
Verifies postings in ledgers and journals for accuracy and compliance with prescribed accounting procedures.
Verifies accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolves discrepancies.
Compiles data and prepares spreadsheets related to various financial activities.
Furnishes data for general ledger accounts for correctness of income and/or expenses and for maintenance of adequate balances; reconciles monthly and annual salary reports.
Assists in development and implementation of new or revised accounting and operational procedures.
May compile and prepare monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports as required.
May prepare and/or approve various on-line expenditures, journal vouchers, etc.
May provide working supervision to Accounting Clerk and/or Accountant I positions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Work requires ability to exercise considerable judgment in interpretation of policy and application of accounting procedures and practices to work problems. Work requires knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing software. Work requires ability to apply mathematical reasoning to analyze data and identify discrepancies in financial accounts. Work requires skill in using ten key by touch.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in general office area
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!