Fiscal Manager - Institute of Arctic Biology

Overview

The Institute of Arctic Biology (IAB) is seeking a full-time Fiscal Manager to join our Business Office. IAB supports over 150 faculty and staff conducting research throughout Alaska and the Arctic, supported by federal, state, and other external funding sources.

As Fiscal Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the fiscal health of IAB. Working closely with the Director and Executive Officer, you’ll manage IAB’s budget, financial forecasting, and reporting. You’ll be relied upon daily for fiscal oversight, such as compliance and approving expenditures; monthly for management reporting; and annually for continuation budget planning.

This position supervises one staff member and is a part of IAB’s Business Office, a cohesive team that supports IAB research through post-award management, human resources, procurement, and administrative support for our centers and programs.

• Manage IAB’s budget, financial forecasting, and reporting; provide fiscal oversight, including compliance and approving expenditures; monthly management reporting; and annual continuation budget planning.
• Supervise one staff member and collaborate with IAB’s Business Office to support post-award management, human resources, procurement, and administrative support for centers and programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 3 years of professional fiscal experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of accounting systems; proficient understanding of GAAP; budget forecasting; ability to supervise; strong spreadsheet, data reporting, and project management skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

IAB offers a flexible work environment and is committed to professional development and supports career growth through UA coursework, attending national conferences, virtual workshops, or professional certification training. This position is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

UA provides retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November
3. However, the position may remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates are identified. To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE
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☎️ If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ruth Dinardi, IAB HR Manager, at rsdinardirosado or .

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

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