Sponsored Award Accountant (Finance Professional 3)

Apply for Job Job ID 366122
Location Twin Cities
Job Family Finance
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job Code 8223GR
Employee Class Civil Service
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About the Job

Overview:
This Finance Professional position is a member of the Clinical Neuroscience Administrative Center's finance team which collectively supports the departments of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Rehab Med, and Psychiatry. This position will be the subject matter expert providing financial, accounting, and analytical expertise for a set of awarded sponsored projects from one or more departments.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

This position will have three core areas of responsibility:

Partner (30%)
* Partner with principal investigators, administrative/lab staff, and other accounting staff to provide comprehensive financial support on cost reimbursable and fixed price sponsored projects.
* Liaise between the principal investigator, Sponsored Projects Administration, Sponsored Financial Reporting, and department staff by interpreting and explaining policy and procedural requirements.
* Understand and communicate sponsor and University restrictions regarding PI/staff eligibility, cost sharing, sponsor restrictions, award terms, etc.
* Provide support and recommendations regarding administrative requests to the sponsor such as submission of re-budget requests, no-cost extension letters, changes to key personnel, requests for carryover of unspent funds, budget short falls/overruns, as well as subaward activity (e.g. contract set up and amendments).
* Advise, draft, or review communications sent on behalf of the principal investigator to ensure and financial integrity.

Report (30%)
* Prepare ad hoc, monthly, and annual reports of assigned grants/projects/programs for principal investigators. Reports should include detailed financial analysis to identify areas of concern, provide documentation for audit purposes, and suggest a recommend course of action to resolve any issues.
* Facilitate meetings with principal investigators as necessary/requested to discuss award status and advise on related accounting matters.

Monitor (20%)
* Communicate regularly with principal investigators regarding necessary distribution changes and cost transfers. Process necessary corrections in a timely fashion.
* Coordinate effort certification for assigned faculty and grants.
* Monitor awards for compliance concerns (FCOI, RCR, Other Support documentation, use of human subjects or vertebrate animals, etc.).
* Monitor, audit and approve/deny expenditures on assigned sponsored and non-sponsored accounts based on administrative requirements of the University and sponsor.

Other Administrative Duties: (20%):
* Manage data in the awards database; run reports and queries as needed.
* Represent the Center on various committees to share expertise, aid in decision making and communicate information back to the team.
* Continue professional development by engaging with relevant courses, workshops, seminars, and training opportunities to stay abreast of evolving practices and policies.
* Special assignments and projects as assigned by the Finance Manager or Finance Director.

This position will generally be 100% remote with occasional on campus meetings or team events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS with major in accounting, finance or business administration plus at least four years of accounting/ administrative experience, or related education and experience to total eight years.
* Strong technical, problem solving and process improvement skills.
* Analysis skills; ability to gather, organize and present data in a meaningful way.
* Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
* Must have excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and communications skills.
* Ability to interact with people of all responsibility levels within and external to the U of M.
* Proficiency with relevant computer programs including Word, Excel and Adobe.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Current or past grant-related work in an academic setting.
* Understanding of federal and University regulations governing research.
* Familiarity with Clinical Research and/or Clinical Trials
* University of Minnesota Certified Approver
* Experience with University systems such as PeopleSoft HRMS, EFS, UM Reports, ECRT and MN-GEMS.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $68,000-$90,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).