Assistant Director- Grant and Contract Accounting

Job Description

Finance Planning and Budgeting (FPB) encompasses the major central financial planning analytical and budgeting functions for the University of Washington including:

• Financial Stewardship & Operations

• Institutional Analytics & Decision Support

• Budget Policy & Strategy

• University Business Services

Grant and Contract Accounting (GCA)is responsible forleading University-wide post-award research administration providing essential services in accounting compliance analysis invoicing and financial reporting to both internal and external stakeholders. GCA ensures effective andaccuratemanagement of research funding supports institutional compliance andfacilitatesfinancial transparency across the University of Washington.

TheAssistant Directoris responsible forimplementing strategic initiatives andoverseeingoperational processeswithinGrant and Contract Accounting. This role manages a team oftwentyincluding four direct reports and ensurestheeffective execution of post-award research administration activities including accounting compliance invoicing and financial reporting for the position contributes to the development and implementation of GCAs strategic direction ensures adherence to departmental and institutional policies and plays a key role in maintaining organizational effectiveness across a complex high volume administrative environment. The Assistant Director regularly exercises independent judgment in matters related to operational planning resource allocation and staff management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implement GCA operational practices thatalign with the Universitys goals and ensure consistent high-qualityexecution across all functional areas

• Managetherecruitment training supervision andprofessionaldevelopment of staff tomaintaina skilledeffectiveand engagedteam

• Directly oversee customer service activities training programs campus outreachefforts and themanagement ofescalated issues from internal and external stakeholders

• Serve as a subject matter expert in Workday stabilization initiativessupportingsuccessful system integration ensuringoperational continuity and overseeing accounting compliance across post-award research accounting

• Collaborate with the Director on longrange planning policy development and assessment of emerging issues affecting research administration operations across the university

• Ensure compliance with federal state and University regulations by developing and enforcing internal controls monitoring systems and operational standards

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership / Team Management

Accounting and Program Management

Strategy Deployment

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree inBusiness Administration Finance Accounting Public Administrationor related field andfive years of work experience ORMasters degree inBusiness Administration Finance Accounting Public Administration andthreeyears of progressiveexperience ingrants/contract administrationor related field. To include three(3)years of progressively responsible leadership/management experience; demonstrated commitment to developing others to become leaders

• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse groups and teams; create a culture of inclusion and equity throughout the team while supporting the overall culture of FPB.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may substitute for a degree.

• Demonstrated experience in governmental fund accounting

• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage complex portfolios

• Exceptional analytical organizational and interpersonal abilities with a proven capacity to solve complex problems efficiently manage multiple priorities and foster positive working relationships across diverse teams

• Proficiency with accounting software or financial software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstratedability to foster collaborative working relationships and effectively navigate complex and sensitive administrative issues

Desired:

• Certified Public Accountant

• Knowledge of Workday Finance

• Progressive experience ingrant/contract administrationor related field

• Knowledge of the University of Washington pre- and post-award policies and procedures

• Expert knowledge of federal state and sponsor regulations (e.g. Uniform Guidance FAR agency-specific rules)

We will begin screening completed application materials upon receipt through the close date.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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Temporary or Regular

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About the UW

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UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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