Requisition ID: req30792
Working Title: Contract & Grant Accounting: Accountant 1
Position Grade: 11
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University. It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office aka Financial Services to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Controller's Office oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.
Within Financial Services, The Contract & Grant Accounting department (CGA) has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant 1. CGA's mission is to provide professional expertise and quality customer service to the UNM community on externally sponsored funding. CGA interprets and implements UNM policies related to contracts and grants as well as reviews and interprets policies of outside private and governmental funding agencies. CGA oversees the invoicing and revenue collection process for the funding. CGA constantly searches for process improvements and efficiencies to improve work experience. CGA encourages teamwork in meeting the department's mission as well as professional development. More than half of CGA's current employees have been promoted internally within the department. CGA is looking for someone who works well with others, is willing to learn new skills, and wants to become a part of the exciting role of supporting UNM in research and other sponsored projects.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Setting up new sponsored projects in CGA's accounting system
- Timely review and approval of departmental transactions on sponsored projects
- Verification and submission of monthly invoices to sponsors
- Verification and submission of subaward invoices from vendors
- Assistance with pre-close checks on awards
- Other duties to support the Fiscal Monitors in our department
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or BBA with Accounting emphasis
- Experience with research administration
- Experience working with UNM financial programs such as MyReports and Banner
- Effective time management skills to prioritize multiple ongoing work tasks to meet deadlines
- Experience communicating effectively at different levels of organization, both verbally and in writing
- Effective research and analytical skills to investigate discrepancies or questions
- Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare reports
- Experience understanding and applying University, Federal, State, and Agency policies and terms & conditions
Additional Requirements
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department: Contract Grant Accounting Main (112A)
Employment Type: Staff
Staff Type: Regular - Full-Time
Status: Exempt
Pay: Monthly: $3,657.33 to $4,901.87
Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.
Background Check Required: Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 9/19/2024
Eligible for Remote Work: Yes
Application Instructions: Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Applicants must submit a cover letter expressing interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the preferred qualifications (be specific). Please provide names and contact information for at least 3 references on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. Official transcripts and evidence of licensure (if applicable) will be required of the selected candidate. The resume should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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