Accountant III - 003031

About the role

The University of South Alabama’s Office of Grants and Contracts Accounting seeks to hire an Accountant III. This position supervises and/or performs general accounting functions for Grants and Contracts, prepares financial reports, monitors cash flow, and ensures compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and/or performs general accounting functions for Grants and Contracts.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly expenditure reports and monthly, quarterly, or annual billing for granting agencies.
• Maintains and reconciles miscellaneous accounts in the restricted fund to monitor accounts receivable balances and ensure the accuracy of revenue.
• Maintains and documents cost sharing requirements for grant accounts.
• Reviews awards and collaborates with Sponsored Programs Administration to revise ambiguous terms.
• Supervises and/or reviews service center rate calculations, billing, and account reconciliations, coordinating with relevant departments as needed.
• Maintains and participates in discussions and meetings related to service center policies.
• Maintains and monitors increased internal controls following the implementation of Uniform Guidance.
• Investigates non-compliance issues and conducts root cause analysis.
• Communicates with various stakeholders including deans, chairs, principal investigators, and business managers regarding funding agency regulations.
• Advises the Research Administration on cost principles and assists in establishing necessary procedures due to regulatory changes.
• Assists in preparing summary of Current Restricted Funds Expenditures by Division.
• Prepares financial schedules required by external auditors for the A-133 report.
• Aids in documentation and reports related to annual audits.
• Maintains consultant/subcontract digital files.
• Utilizes a calculator and personal computer to prepare financial statements as required by the funding agency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama, with three years of professional accounting experience.
• A master’s degree in accounting may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Experience working with grants, service centers, and/or clinical trials is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical skills and strong communication abilities, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in using a calculator and personal computer to prepare financial statements.
• Ability to work regular and prompt attendance, and additional hours as required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in using a calculator and personal computer for financial statement preparation.

Benefits

• Regular and full-time employment.

Pay

• Salary range: Not specified.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.