Grant & Account Analyst

Title: Grant & Contract Account Analyst

Employee Classification: Grant & Contract Acct Analyst

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Research & Innovation

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Research & Innovation

Department: UNT-Grants & Contracts Admin-190100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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Grants and Contracts Administration (GCA) within the Division of Research & Innovation supports the University of North Texas, a tier 1 research university, in its endeavor to excel in its research mission. GCA aspires to be a model organization in the field of research administration, providing exceptional of externally funded sponsored projects and envision an environment that facilitates the University of North Texas' commitment to research and encourages continued efforts to attract additional research funding.

This position is responsible for administering financial accounting for sponsored grant awards; including review and setup of awards, monitoring progress, preparing invoices and financial reports, and performing award closeout duties. Must be able to interpret award guidelines, and remain current with federal and state policies for external sponsors to maintain legal and financial compliance. Position also assists in preparing documents for information requests, financial reporting, audits, and other duties as assigned.

This position will oversee Accounts Receivable maintenance, billing and collections.

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance, Accounting, Public Admin, Higher Ed or related and two years business administration, grant and contract administration, or research work; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• High level math/accounting skills, strong reading comprehension skills, ability to interpret guidelines and instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and customer service.

People Soft software experience preferred.

• Reviews grant award invoicing requirements, prepares and submits invoices along with appropriate support based upon those requirements. Tracks outstanding award receivables and follows up on delinquent invoices. Prepare accounts receivable updates and reports. Works with PI and sponsor to facilitate problem resolution and works to reduce conflict and establish smooth working relations.
• Monitor awards to ensure compliance with award terms and conditions, sponsor regulations, institutional, and state and local laws.
• Prepares required financial reports for highly complex projects, assist with audits, and prepare documents for requests for information and…