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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · 1 month ago

Senior Accountant – Grants & Contracts

Daytona Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a global leader in aviation and aerospace education. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for post-award administration and related accounting duties, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and providing financial management support for grant and contract-funded projects.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Work with the University’s Office of Sponsored Research Administration, and provide support for the financial management of grant and contract-funded projects including periodic reviews, financial reporting, and preparation and submission of invoices and/or other sponsor-specific forms for reimbursement with appropriate supporting documentation to sponsors. Reconcile accounts receivable; ensure payments are received in a timely manner and apply payments. Track deadlines for invoicing, reporting, and the closeout of each award/contract. Complete tasks assigned for month-end and year-end closes

Assist with preparation of Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and related disclosures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and compliance with Uniform Guidance, federal and state regulations. Assist with compiling documents for audits

Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations, reports, and/or schedules for defined financial statement accounts. Identify unallowable expenditures. Process transactions in Workday to move unallowable expenditures to the correct grant or account

Provide interpretation and application of laws, regulations, contracts, grant agreements, and where applicable, accounting standards. Prepare position papers on such as may be required

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting experienceGAAPSEFAWorkday Financial ManagementFederal grant regulationsCustomer serviceProblem solving skillsCommunicationAttention to detailTeamwork ability

Required

Bachelor's degree - Area of concentration: Accounting/Business Administration

A minimum of five to ten years professional experience in accounting or finance

Experience in assisting with preparation of SEFA required

Higher education experience preferred

Excellent customer service to those both within and external to the University

Knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting principles (FASB)

Experience with interpreting and applying governing laws, regulations and requirements, knowledge of federal grant regulations, and Uniform Guidance

Demonstrated experience in accounting

Excellent problem solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Painstaking attention to detail and accuracy of work

Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment

Ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple concurrent conflicting priorities

Proficient computer skills with spreadsheet and word processing using Microsoft Office; experience with Workday Financial Management preferred

Professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Preferred

Master's degree and/or CPA desirable

Benefits

Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Company

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Embry‑Riddle has been at the forefront of ground-breaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight as the world's largest and most respected university specializing in aviation and aerospace.

Founded in 1926

Daytona Beach, Florida, US

1001-5000 employees