Overview:
This is a civil service position governed by the Civil Service Rules at the University of Minnesota. Responsible for providing senior-level professional financial support. Requires in-depth knowledge and experience with sponsored and non-sponsored accounting. Assist in the development of accounting practices and procedures to increase capacity, efficiency, and competency to manage sponsored project and non-sponsored funding. Serve as liaison to Principal Investigators and provide accounting support to them on sponsored projects from pre-award through post-award and closeout. Identifies complex problems and proactively finds solutions. Works independently with minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues.
Job Duties:
Accounting Support and Analysis (65%)
- Responsible for a portfolio of faculty members' sponsored and non-sponsored accounts. This includes post-award, accounting, reconciliations, auditing, and approving or denying expenditures based on existing administrative requirements.
- Regularly meet with faculty to review status of accounts and develop individualized financial plans, including providing financial management and oversight to faculty accounts.
- Work with SFR (Sponsored Financial Reporting) to prepare and analyze detailed reports provided to sponsors for accuracy.
- Work with SPA (Sponsored Projects Administration) to ensure sponsored requirements are met and ensure grants are closed out properly.
- Serve as effort coordinator for assigned faculty portfolio.
Budget Management and Financial Planning (25%)
- Work with the Department Administrator on overall departmental budget preparation and financial management.
- Prepare annual fiscal year budgets in EFS (Enterprise Financial System) including position budgeting and budget detail for non-sponsored chart strings following Dean's office guidelines, and meeting deadlines for entering into University budget system.
- Work with the Department Administrator to identify, develop, and roll out faculty financial reports.
- In collaboration with other staff, identify and implement process improvements related to sponsored and non-sponsored accounting and faculty reporting.
- Manage the department's indirect cost recovery process and allocations.
Departmental Financial Resource (10%)
- Serve as a certified approver for the department.
- Serve as a backup approver for all qualified transactions.
- Attend appropriate trainings and meetings to stay current on University, state, and federal regulations and systems.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in accounting or related field and 4 years of relevant work experience OR a combination of education and experience to equal 8 years.
- Experience with financial planning or budget management.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with University systems such as PeopleSoft, EFS, UM Reports, ECRT and EGMS.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve complex problems.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and direct multiple projects and interrelated financial activities with major operational or funding impact.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs of the department, develop and analyze alternatives, and make recommendations to faculty and unit leaders regarding budgets and sponsored projects.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have the skills and ability to work toward becoming a Certified Approver within one year of employment.
- Familiarity with University and sponsor accounting (Federal and non-Federal) regulations.
About the Department
The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo-Engineering resides within the College of Science & Engineering. More information about the department can be found at https://cse.umn.edu/cege.
Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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