Accountant II

Job Details

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 702202 - Contract and Grant Accounting

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy.

Job Summary

The Accountant II prepares, reconciles, and audits budgets. Prepares financial reports, invoices, schedules, and/or statements. Completes journal entries. Reviews, analyzes, and approves expenditures. Determines fund balances. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, University policies, and procedures. Provides guidance and trains entry-level accountants.

Additional Department Summary

Interpreting terms and conditions within negotiated contracts and grants and applying Federal, State and Local laws, rules and regulations. Monitor all expenditures for compliance with the applicable laws, rules, regulations and sponsor terms and conditions. Prepare and submit financial reports and bills according to sponsor guidelines and apply payments as applicable.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, business, or related financial field and two (2) years of accounting experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance and other federal guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting with five years of professional accounting experience and/or five years of contract & grant accounting experience.