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Brown University · 10 hours ago

Grant/Contract Accountant II

United States

Full-time, Contract

Remote

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Brown University is a leading research university known for its student-centered learning and commitment to making an impact in the world. The Grant/Contract Accountant II will provide services to faculty and department managers, manage budgets, review expenditures, and ensure compliance with award terms while mentoring junior staff.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Reviewing and processing awards, including interpreting, and ensuring compliance with award terms and conditions

Rendering decisions regarding sponsored project issues

Budget management

Expenditure review

Financial reporting

Cash management

Participation in training, special projects, and systems development

Review, interpret and disseminate University and sponsor policies for a variety of issues ranging from cost allowability to reporting requirements

Effectively articulate these policies to internal and external constituencies including Faculty, Departmental Administrators, and the Division of the Vice President for Research

Serves as a mentor and resource to junior staff members

Qualification

Research administration experienceAward management systemsFinancial reportingComputer proficiencyDecision making skillsAttention to detailEffective communicationCustomer serviceOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of research administration experience or closely related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience, required

Excellent decision making and interpretive skills and the ability to provide effective advice on award issues are critical to answer questions and resolve issues presented by departmental administrators and faculty members

Tireless attention to detail and awareness of the importance of University's relationship with sponsors

Computer proficiency in data entry maintenance, word processing and spreadsheet applications

Ability to navigate sponsor's administrative websites for award management and financial reporting

Ability to interact effectively with staff, faculty, deans, and external sponsors; strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills; ability to work under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to satisfy divergent interest in support of broader strategic goals of the University (e.g, Building on Distinction)

Effective communication skills, both oral and written, to elicit and communicate information, to analyze complex issues, and to prepare/present clear, informative, and concise materials

Strong organizational and administrative skills. Initiative and judgement to independently problem solve and prioritize. Ability to work independently, but also as a strong team player when needed. Must also demonstrate the ability to be organized and flexible in an environment that requires continuous monitoring of priorities

Additional requirements include enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment; exceptional attention to detail and ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines

Keeping up with emerging issues in research administration and rapidly changing technology to meet both internal and external OSP needs; participating in systems demos, training, and discussions, and participating in local user groups; engaging in using new technology as it is available at Brown; working to apply and adapt operational and functional standards to new development tools and techniques

Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment while providing proactive customer service and maintenance of workflow throughout grant management system development, implementation, and deployment

Understand the nature of and interpret the terms and conditions of awards from our sponsors, and University policies such that project objectives can be accomplished while maintaining accountability to sponsors and compliance with university policies

Effective decision making when reviewing expenditure transactions to determine if allocable, allowable, and reasonable by interpreting award terms and conditions, University policy and procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles. Effectively manage cash through monthly billing to sponsors and diligently follow up on accounts receivable aging reports

Preferred

Familiarity with university or academic medical center or non-profit organizations a plus

Award management application systems experience preferred

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance

Summer hours

Winter break

Comprehensive Benefits package including time off

Annual paid holidays

Health

Dental

Vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement

Wellness

Employee discounts

Company

Brown University

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Brown University is an Ivy League research university that provides undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a sub-organization of Brown University Health.

Founded in 1764

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

1001-5000 employees