We are searching for a confident Grant Accountant to join our growing team at The University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Grant Accountant is an incredible opportunity to develop beneficial skills.
If you are strong in cooperation, persuasion and have the right commitment for the job, then apply for the position of Grant Accountant at The University of Iowa today!
The University of Iowa is seeking a motivated individual for our Grant Accountant position. Join a team committed to career development and important work managing a subset of grants and contracts from various corporate and governmental agencies for the University of Iowa. This position assures compliance with the award terms and sponsor, federal, and University policies and procedures. It exercises a great deal of critical thinking and independent problem solving. It collaborates with various stakeholders across campus providing guidance and support to best practices. It is a great opportunity for someone who appreciates work/life balance, and the flexibility of working remotely, while still feeling connected to impactful work for the University of Iowa. Starting salary range of $42,000 to $50,000. This position is eligible for primarily remote work but may require limited work onsite at times. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies . Duties To Include With some guidance, manage a subset of grants and contracts from Department of Health and Human Services agencies, assuring compliance with Sponsoring agencies terms and conditions, as well as University policies and procedures. This may include oversight of responsibilities of other internal staff to verify that all aspects of an award are completed and handled appropriately. Monitor account balances, identify concerns and work with appropriate departmental staff to resolve. Prepare and submit basic and some complex financial and material reports and supporting documentation for the University and sponsor agencies. Complete reconciliations with guidance in order to resolve discrepancies on sponsored awards. Assist with basic training on policies, procedures, systems, and the management of externally sponsored awards. Location: Remote Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Salary: $42,000-$50,000
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below. About The Controller's Office
The Controller's Office, a division of Finance and Operations, is comprised of several departments that provide a wide range of business, accounting and reporting services on behalf of, and for, the university community. These services are essential for the University of Iowa to pursue its mission of teaching, research, and public service. Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related or an equivalent combination of education and experience Accounting or financial experience (typically 6 months-1 year), to include account reconciliations, preparing financial reports, setting up, monitoring, and closing accounts Knowledge of financial policy interpretation and application. i.e., auditing, grant accounting support, etc. Ability to think critically and experience with independent problem-solving Ability to work independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to multitask and meet deadlines Experience gathering and organizing data from a variety of systems/sources to perform a task Proficient with MS Excel Desired Qualifications Accounting or financial experience (beyond 1 year), to include account reconciliations, preparing financial reports, setting up, monitoring, and closing accounts Grant accounting experience Fund accounting work experience Experience with the University's financial systems and knowledge of the University of Iowa Operations Manual Position And Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission: Resume Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Brooke McMurl at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com or View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com.
Additional Information Classification Title: Accountant Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: Remote within Iowa Compensation Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information Organization: Finance & Operations (General) Contact Name: Brooke McMurl Contact Email: View email address on jobs.institutedata.com Benefits of working as a Grant Accountant in Iowa City, IA:
? Unlimited Growth Potential
? Rapid Progression
? Competitive salary
? Remote Work opportunity
