Accountant III

• Administer and oversee complex post-award financial activities for sponsored projects, grants, and assigned accounts in accordance with university policies, sponsor guidelines, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Manage account setup, budget monitoring, expense tracking, reconciliations, and financial analysis for assigned funds and projects
• Review, approve, and reconcile financial transactions and expenditures for allowability, allocability, accuracy, and compliance with sponsor and university requirements
• Monitor budgets and financial activity to ensure expenditures remain within approved funding limits and align with project objectives
• Prepare and assist with financial reporting, invoicing, budget projections, cost transfers, and award closeout activities
• Coordinate and monitor subaward financial activity, including invoice review, budget tracking, compliance monitoring, and documentation maintenance
• Maintain detailed financial records and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Submit sponsor-required financial reports, monitor cost share and match requirements, and coordinate purchasing of project-related equipment and supplies
• Track project timelines, reporting deadlines, and compliance requirements to ensure timely completion of all financial and administrative obligations
• Research and resolve complex accounting discrepancies, funding
• Serve as a financial liaison between faculty, department staff, Sponsored Programs Accounting, Pre-Award Services, Financial Services, and other university administrative offices regarding accounting and sponsored project activities
• Provide guidance and training to faculty and staff on financial policies, grant accounting procedures, budgeting practices, and compliance requirements
• Ensure adherence to university, sponsor, state, and federal accounting regulations, policies, and procedures
• Assist with development, implementation, and improvement of internal accounting procedures and financial processes to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and internal controls
• Support departmental financial planning, sponsored project administration, and strategic initiatives related to funding and fiscal operations

Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and three years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

• Degree in accounting, business, finance or related discipline or Master's degree in business administration
• University post-award grant experience
• Knowledge of budget/accounting and procurement practices, procedures, and principles
• Proven ability and experience in compilation, analysis, and interpretation of financial reports
• Experience with responsibilities requiring attention to detail and applying independent judgment with a high degree of accuracy and accountability
• Inquisitive, comfortable, and experienced in performing in-depth research
• Proven organizational skills with ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently
• Experience responding to needs and requests of a wide range of clients in a friendly and effective communication style
• Experience working on a successful team and demonstrated commitment to a team atmosphere
• Experience complying with federal, state, and university regulations and policies
• Previous experience with international programs, partners, and federal funding agencies

• Health and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid time off