SPGC Accountant I (Inst)

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Job Summary:

The University of Wisconsin-Madisons Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP) is responsible for administration of the extramural research grants and contracts to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. RSP currently manages an open portfolio of over $4 Billion with annual awards over $1.5 Billion. The duties and responsibilities of this research administration position include the financial administration and accounting of grants and contracts awarded to the University of Wisconsin-Madison by Federal and Non-Federal sources.

This position will perform complex accounting duties prepare and submit financial reports and invoices monitor accounts receivable process payments and deliver training to others. They will collaborate with campus representatives to monitor interpret analyze and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs. This position interacts directly with project sponsors and subrecipients related to financial reporting invoicing payments and auditing on behalf of the university to ensure compliance.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Works within the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to establish awards review expenditures issue invoices manage accounts receivable and process post award modifications (15%)

• 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 (15%)

• Answers questions and advises campus stakeholders of correct processes and procedures for award management (25%)

• Audits and approves financial transactions such as subaward invoices PI transfers refunds payments cost transfers and fiscal closeout of awards and projects (20%)

• 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 (25%)

Department:

Office of Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP) Research Financial Services Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (Nicolette Collins)

Compensation:

The starting salary for this position is $63000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

This position will receive a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Required Qualifications:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Ability to think critically and problem-solve.
3. Independent decision-making.
4. Attention to detail.
5. Customer service orientation and ability to work collaboratively among unique groups.
6. Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
7. Ability to teach others and adjust to change.
8. Knowledge of or ability to learn Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
9. Knowledge of or ability to learn University State Federal and/or Non-Federal rules and regulations related to sponsored programs (i.e. Uniform Guidance governmental cost accounting practices and principles).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with sponsored project award management.
2. Experience with creating interpreting and analyzing financial reports.
3. Experience with complex financial systems and office software (Workday Microsoft products Perceptive Content etc.).
4. Experience with Workday and RAMP

Education:

Bachelors degree preferred. Preferably in Business Accounting or closely related field.

How to Apply:

To be considered applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position please click on the I am a current employee button or I am not a current employee button under Apply Now to start the application process.

You will be required to upload a cover letter and resume. Please note there is only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment filed.

Cover letters will be used as a writing sample and to determine the best-qualified applicants. Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to this position. Within the cover letter please address your education and/or experience with the following topics:
- Maintaining effective working relationships (e.g. team collaboration);
- Interpreting enacting and/or informing others of policies and procedures;
- Administering sponsored awards Federal and/or Non-Federal;
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or its application to governmental accounting

A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Multiple positions/vacancies might become available and this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies over the next 6 months.

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Contact Information:

Kelly Marks:

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