Grant & Accountant

Position: Grant & Contract Accountant
About the Job

Join the University of Minnesota's dedicated Sponsored Financial Reporting team as a Grant & Contract Accountant, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of the University's diverse research portfolio.

The Grant & Contract Accountant has the responsibility for sponsored invoice and financial report preparation and submission, per the terms and conditions of the sponsored award. This role acts as liaison between sponsors and other University departments.

Location and Work environment:
McNamara Alumni Center, 200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Hybrid work environment (minimum 3 days in office).

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Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Salary Range: $59,500 - $61,500

Primary Responsibilities:

Reporting & Invoicing (70%)

* Independently manage assigned sponsored award workload and prioritize workload for the varying due dates of invoices and financial reports.

* Prepare invoices and reports using established policies and procedures to ensure they are accurate and submitted within sponsor deadlines.

* Image documentation of work processes, communications and decisions for invoice/report preparation.

Award Closeout (10%)

* Review and analyze each assigned award and complete the necessary tasks for budget period and final closeout.

Communication and Customer Relations (10%)

* Regular communication with University departments and sponsors to resolve problems and respond to inquiries. Prioritize follow up based on risk to the University.

* Provide policy and procedure interpretation to departments.

Miscellaneous and other duties as assigned (10%)

* Meet and work with sponsors and internal/external auditors as needed to supply audit documentation during site visits, desk reviews, and other types of financial monitoring.

* Stay current on University policies and relevant procedures by attending a minimum of 10 hours of continuing education sessions or events per year.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

* BA/BS Degree and at least 2 years of professional work experience OR a combination of related education and work experience to equal 6 years.

* Strong written and oral communication skills.

* Experience with MS Excel.

* Detail oriented.

* Experience in building and maintaining successful customer relationships.

* Time management and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

* Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

* Customer service oriented.

* Excellent time management and organizational skills.

* Detail-oriented and understands the importance of accuracy.

* Ability to work independently or in a team setting.

About the Department

Sponsored Financial Reporting (SFR) is a unit within the Controller's Office at the University of Minnesota (UMN). SFR is responsible for preparing and submitting all invoices and financial reports on sponsored projects, applying payments from sponsors and following up on those that are past due, closing awards in People Soft Financials (also called the Enterprise Financial System, or EFS), and handling all audits related to sponsored projects.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $59,500 - $61,500; 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:

* 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…