North Carolina State University · 1 day ago
UTS - Temporary Research Accountant at NC State
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$35/hr - $35/hr
5+ years expNorth Carolina State University is seeking a Temporary Research Accountant to manage fiscal responsibilities for a portfolio of sponsored projects. The role includes overseeing grant account activity, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and providing support to faculty and accounting staff.
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Responsibilities
Oversee fiscal management of sponsored projects, including rebudgets, no-cost extensions, reconciliations, and account corrections
Monitor project activity to identify and resolve issues proactively
Meet with faculty to provide guidance on budget forecasting and long-term financial planning
Address complex financial and compliance-related questions from faculty and staff
Coordinate with departments, HR, and college finance staff to resolve fiscal and administrative issues
Interpret and communicate university, federal, and agency compliance requirements to faculty
Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to Accounting Technicians to support efficient workflow
Qualification
Required
Post-award experience in the administration of sponsored awards
Knowledge of the University and State financial processes
Works well independently and collaboratively, demonstrating efficiency and minimal need for supervision
Excellent analytical thinking and clear verbal/written communication
Highly detail-oriented and thorough in all tasks
Remains composed and effective under pressure
Knowledgeable in grants management and applicable federal circulars
Capable of evaluating and resolving complex, unprecedented issues through research and policy review
Exercises sound judgment in addressing program requirements and resolving problems
Understands and interprets complex regulations and concepts, and communicates them clearly to others
Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and service
Skilled at de-escalating and resolving issues to meet customer needs
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and related software platforms
Preferred
5 years of post-award experience in the administration of sponsored awards
Proposal development experience
Budget preparation
Strong communication – written and verbal
Deadline driven time management
Knowledge of the University and State financial processes
Experience/knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Uniform Guidance, and ledger 5
PeopleSoft financial experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft actions
Benefits
Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
LEAD courses
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Childcare discounts
Wellness & Recreation Membership
Wellness Programs
Company
North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University is an educational institution that offers graduate and undergraduate programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$60.84MKey Investors
National Institute of Food and AgricultureNational Safety CouncilBezos Earth Fund
2024-06-26Grant· $0.27M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
2024-05-31Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Marshall Brain
Director
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