Grants Accountant

Grants Accountant

The University of Wisconsin - Platteville invites applications for a Grants Accountant. This position performs complex accounting duties such as prepares and submits financial reports and invoices, monitors accounts receivable, processes payments and delivers training to others. The position also collaborates with campus representatives to monitor, analyze, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs, and interacts directly with project sponsors related to financial reporting, invoicing, payments, and auditing on behalf of the university to ensure compliance.

The salary for this position is $55,000.

• Analyzes, interprets, and processes complex extramural award actions to ensure financial requirements per federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations are followed on behalf of the institution
• Audits and approves financial transactions such as sub-award invoices, PI transfers, refunds, payments, cost transfers and fiscal closeout of awards and projects
• Answers questions and advises campus stakeholders of correct processes and procedures for award management
• Prepares and analyzes financial reports and invoices, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts
• Works within Workday & RAMP systems to establish awards, review expenditures, issue invoices, manage accounts receivable, and process post award modifications-Interacts with State and Federal Grant management systems
• Completes monthly reconciliation and invoicing between the University and the UW-Platteville Foundation
• Works closely with campus and systems ORSP (Office of Research & Sponsored Programs)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or other related field.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of previous experience in finance or UW-system role or relevant coursework.
• Experience coordinating processes that involve multiple stakeholders and maintaining organized documentation and records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Workday/RAMP.
• Experience working in higher education or another regulated environment.
• Prior knowledge of Federal and State Grant processes.
• Understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principals).

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master's degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century.

The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Final date to receive applications:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current resume

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.…