JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20814 JOB TITLE: Grants Accountant JOB DUTIES: WORKING TITLE: Grants Accountant UW SYSTEM OFFICIAL TITLE: Post-Award Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts Accountant II (Inst) POSTING DATE: May 1, 2024 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: This position reports to the Assistant Controller and works with campus school/college/deans/divisional/center/departmental representatives to monitor and reconcile data for sponsored programs. Reviews financial transactions submitted from campus research administrators. Interacts directly with project sponsors, faculty, and staff related to financial reporting, invoicing, and auditing on behalf of the university to ensure compliance. The position is responsible for the maintenance of cash management systems for grants and accounting for federal financial aid programs. The Post Award Accountant monitors financial matters for extramural funds and offers guidance to faculty, staff and deans at both pre-award and post-award stages. The position assists the Controller\'s Office in general accounting and financial reporting. This position includes the following responsibilities: -Works within the enterprise resource planning system to establish awards, review expenditures, issue billing, and process modifications. -Reviews financial transactions such as managing fiscal closeout of awards and projects. -Communicates and ensures financial requirements per federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations are followed on behalf of the institution. -Ensures the execution and completion of cost sharing and effort reporting obligations. -Reviews and executes no cost extensions and other post-award modifications. Advises campus and researchers of correct processes and procedures for award management. -Reviews financial expenditures for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts in relation to the approved budget. SPECIAL NOTES: Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment. The work hours for this position will be 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position may have the option to work on-campus or a hybrid schedule subject to approved telecommuting request. Official transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Please submit application materials by Sunday, May 12, 2024. HOW TO APPLY: Select the job title for which you are applying. Click the \"Apply for Job\" button. You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you are already a registered user, input your \"User Name\" and \"Password and select \"Sign In.\" If you have not yet registered, click on \"Register Now\" to begin the registration process. Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents: -Cover letter -Resume If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email: Michele Brown Phone: (920) 465-2968 Email: brownm@uwgb.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: -Bachelor\'s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field -Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) -Computer proficiency with the ability to use spreadsheet, word processing, and accounting software packages (i.e. Microsoft 365) -Ability to understand fairly complex oral and written instructions with analysis, problem solving, and decision-making ability -Ability to prioritize tasks to meet complex agency and University reporting requirements and timelines -Flexibility and willingness to initiate and to learn new systems, processes, and technological applications and implement improvements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: -Understanding of United States Office of Management and Budget (O B) Uniform Guidance requirements -Experience in extramural grant reporting and compliance -Knowledge of University of Wisconsin System and University of Wisconsin-Green Bay policies related to grants accounting and administration. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.