UT Health Science Center
Grant Accountant I
UT Health Science Center, Tyler, Texas, United States, 75701
Job Summary
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The Grant Accountant I is responsible for assisting with professional accounting duties, including administrative and technical support in coordination of federal, state, private, and other sponsored grants and/or programs.
Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks:
• Ensures institutional compliance with all provisions set forth by awards, including any applicable federal, state or UT System requirements.
• Review of financial terms and invoicing requirements of award documents to prepare accurate invoices and financial reports in accordance with the University and sponsor requirements.
• Prepare subcontract invoices for transmittal to finance department and prepare/track subcontract invoices from institutions for appropriate signatures by institutions.
• Process journal entries related to federal/state/private grants
• Assist in the preparation of materials related to audit inquiries related to sponsored award.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
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Utilize multiple systems for work including PeopleSoft, nVision and USAS.
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Strong numerical proficiency, good organizational and problem-solving skills, and excellent use of logic.
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Solid Microsoft
Excel
skills.
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Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organizational and priority setting skills.
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Proven technology skills and the ability to lead the institution in automation initiatives.
·
Ability to communicate financial information into language understood by all levels of the organization.
·
Collaboration style that emphasizes teamwork, communication, trust, and patience.
Professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion in handling confidential information.
:
The Grant Accountant I is responsible for assisting with professional accounting duties, including administrative and technical support in coordination of federal, state, private, and other sponsored grants and/or programs.
Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks:
• Ensures institutional compliance with all provisions set forth by awards, including any applicable federal, state or UT System requirements.
• Review of financial terms and invoicing requirements of award documents to prepare accurate invoices and financial reports in accordance with the University and sponsor requirements.
• Prepare subcontract invoices for transmittal to finance department and prepare/track subcontract invoices from institutions for appropriate signatures by institutions.
• Process journal entries related to federal/state/private grants
• Assist in the preparation of materials related to audit inquiries related to sponsored award.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
·
Utilize multiple systems for work including PeopleSoft, nVision and USAS.
·
Strong numerical proficiency, good organizational and problem-solving skills, and excellent use of logic.
·
Solid Microsoft
Excel
skills.
·
Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organizational and priority setting skills.
·
Proven technology skills and the ability to lead the institution in automation initiatives.
·
Ability to communicate financial information into language understood by all levels of the organization.
·
Collaboration style that emphasizes teamwork, communication, trust, and patience.
Professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion in handling confidential information.