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University of Missouri-Columbia · 1 day ago

Finance and Accounting Analyst | Post Award Analyst

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$21.71/hr - $30.90/hr

2+ years exp

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Finance and Accounting Analyst to focus on post-award grant and contract activities. This role involves providing analytical oversight, fulfilling compliance requirements, and performing post-award accounting for grants and contracts while collaborating with various departments.

Higher Education

Diversity & Inclusion

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team lead on the administration of grants awarded to the University

Provide analytical oversight and fulfill compliance requirements

Perform post-award accounting for grants and contracts

Adhere to strict deadlines on invoicing, financial reporting, and related activities

Work closely with staff in other departments and stay abreast of new regulations and guidance from sponsoring agencies

Research and resolve problems related to grants and contracts administration

Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures

Effectively communicate information to faculty and staff related to grants and contracts activities

Demonstrate strong customer service skills and the ability to work well in a team environment

Perform as a self-starter with high-level initiative, strong work ethic, and good organization skills

Utilize strong analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills to manage a high volume of e-mail in a deadline-driven environment

Qualification

Post-award accountingAnalytical oversightAccounting backgroundFinancial statementsCustomer serviceTeam collaborationProblem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

At least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired

Strong customer service skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to adhere to strict deadlines on invoicing, financial reporting, and other related activities

Ability to effectively communicate information to faculty and staff related to grants and contracts activities

Ability to perform as a self-starter with high-level initiative

Strong work ethic

Good organization skills

Strong analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task and manage a high volume of e-mail in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred

An accounting background

Familiarity with financial statements

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

The University of Missouri-Columbia offers a comprehensive range of programs, services, and activities as a public research university.

Founded in 2011

Columbia, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

https://missouri.edu

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