Senior Accountant, IIHR – Hydroscience and Engineering
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27 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks:
- Prepare financial information for CoE and departmental budgets using GL MAUI APPO CumComp EFR and HR Reports.
- Prepare accounting reports for other departments or units outside CoE as requested.
- Complete complex and non-routine reconciliations.
- Significant involvement as a support role in month-end and budget year- end accounting and reporting.
- Perform complex routine and ad-hoc variance analysis.
- Prepare highly specialized reports that may involve establishing new processes.
- Working knowledge of GAAP accounting standards.
- Oversee awarded budgets for grant contract and sub-award proposals renewals and periodic reports in accordance with federal UI and private foundations policies/deadlines.
- Initiate complex and/or specialized original and correcting journal entries using GL Journal Entry.
- Initiate requests to the HR transaction hub for changes to salary appointments in order to reflect employee effort on projects.
- Provide functional coaching and individual tutorial training to faculty and staff within departments on financial systems and financial policies and procedures to assure outcomes are achieved.
- Interact with departmental administrators and principal investigators from other departments; interact with Grant Accounting Division of Sponsored Programs Accounts Payable and Program Officers.
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About the College of Engineering
TheCollege of Engineeringat theUniversity of Iowais driven by talented faculty staff and students who are dedicated to producing knowledge that addresses grand challenges in advanced technologies health sciences sustainability energy and the environment. We pride ourselves on producing ethical globally aware engineers whose work makes the world safer and more efficient. As a center of innovation and discovery the College of Engineering is committed to improving the quality of life for our Iowa community as well as for people across the United States and around the world.
We uphold the values of respect community and collaboration in all our endeavors fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where members are valued and supported. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive environment that values work-life balance and personal well-being. The University of Iowa offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness resources dual career support and opportunities for professional development. Learn more about working at the University of Iowa:Build A Career/Build a Life.
Education Requirement:
A bachelors degree in business administration accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum 2 of years of accounting budget and/or financial analysis experience.
- Excellent written and verbal skills as demonstrated at a working proficiency level.
- Proficient in computer software applications of Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Evidence of strong organizational skills accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
Desired Qualifications:
- 1 year experience working with grants and contracts.
- Working experience in performing account reconciliations.
- Working knowledge of automated accounting systems
- Working knowledge of university policies procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of federal state local and private funding agencies policies and regulations.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions contact Alex Schutman at
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position.Pay level 4A. Located in Iowa City Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
- For more information about Why IowaClick here.
About Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community where your work directly impacts education research and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage university-paid life insurance robust retirement plans and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services well-being resources and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training leadership development and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium Big Ten athletics top-ranked public schools and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Compliance Management
- Administrative Functions
- Oversight
- Administrative Activities
- Administrative Tasks
- Budget Preparation
- Facilities Management
- Daily Operations
- Account Management
- General Ledger Accounts
- Personnel Files
- Administrative Management
- Financial Statements
- Administrative Operations
- Annual Budget
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
