Job Summary: | Come join the College of Letters & Science for an exciting role as a Divisional Post Award Accountant on a innovative and new team of other Research Services champions! You'll have an opportunity to make a positive impact by becoming a subject matter expert in post award grant management, accounting, and compliance reporting, with excellent training opportunities and support from leadership on professional development and other opportunities to grow in the position. This is a new initiative with an evolving team as the college implements Administrative Transformation Program (ATP) within L&S. The role is perfect for trailblazers passionate about building effective relationships while applying equitable practices that foster a community of belonging.
Reporting to the Divisional Multi-Functional Research Admin Manager, the Divisional Post Award Accountant will work as division level post award accountant assisting with intramural and extramural grants administered by L&S and assisting with collaborative grants with other schools, colleges, and centers. The role involves key functions, such as:
- Supporting L&S department grant management by serving as the grant worktag manager, in essence a fundamental resource to ensure work gets done timely, for departments and research centers.
- Providing key grant administrative support and guidance to principal investigators (PIs) and staff, often working directly with PIs and their research teams.
- Sending regular financial reports to PIs and departments on the status of grants and is responsible for financial compliance.
- Serving as a liaison to Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP) on post-award issues and needs.
- Being treated as part of the integral research team in supporting the research and having a key role in ensuring financial compliance.
The College of Letters and Science (L&S) is the heart of UW-Madison and home to a tremendous breadth and depth of departments and degree-granting programs in the humanities; natural, physical, and mathematical sciences; social sciences; and the computing, data, and information sciences. UW-Madison is a leader in the social sciences and has one of the top demography program in the nation, and this position will help support all the crucial sciences. | Responsibilities: | Works with researchers, departments, and centers to monitor and reconcile data for sponsored programs at the school/college/divisional level. Reviews and approves financial transactions submitted from departments or centers. May interact directly with project sponsors related to detailed financial reporting, invoicing, and/or auditing on behalf of the unit to ensure compliance. - 25% Communicates and ensures financial requirements per federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations are followed on behalf of the school/college or division
- 25% Ensures the departmental or divisional post-award processing or tasks are done appropriately and timely
- 20% Reviews and approves financial transactions such as managing fiscal closeout of awards and projects
- 10% Advises departments or researchers on appropriate post-award modifications and relevant processing
- 20% Collects or prepares documentation required for compliance or audits on sponsored grants, contracts, or agreements
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Associate's Degree
Preferred focus in financial, project planning or related degree area | Qualifications: | Required Qualifications:
- Experience interpreting and analyzing financial data and effectively communicate summarized results
- Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills; experience identifying and solving problems using sound judgement and discretion while applying and interpreting laws, rules, policies, and procedures
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills prioritizing and delegating tasks, managing competing deadlines, and paying attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in research administration
- Experience working with systems such as: eRA Commons for NIH grants, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)-like systems, such as PeopleSoft or Workday
- Experience offering guidance, outreach and monitoring for compliance regarding complex research admin and/or fiscal policies in higher education, governmental or other highly regulated setting
- Familiarity with and working knowledge of the NIH Grants Policy Statement, Uniform Guidance, and NSF PAPPG
- Experience with improving processes and/or managing change | Work Type: | Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. The required expectation will be in-person at minimum 1 day a week. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. This position offers work flexibility at an offsite, non-campus work location with supervisor approval on a limited basis. | Appointment Type, Duration: | Ongoing/Renewable | Salary: | Minimum $56,112 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The typical starting salary for this position is $62,000 - $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and saving accounts; and retirement benefits. | Additional Information: | The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. | How to Apply: | Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
Applications must be submitted by the deadline date. To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter and resume should reflect your experience for this position related to the qualifications section. Both materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please note your application materials may be used as a writing sample.
Selected applicants will receive an invitation to participate in virtual interviews (via Zoom) 7-10 days after the closing date. Those moving on to second round interviews will be invited to an in-person interview at UW-Madison. Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without advanced notice.
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Wondering if you meet every qualification? At UW-Madison, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
For questions on the position, contact: Stella Luong, stella.luong@wisc.edu. | Contact: | Stella Luong
stella.luong@wisc.edu
608-262-9966
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. |
Official Title: | Post-Award SPGC Account(S/C/D)(SC025) | Department(s): | A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/ADMINISTRATION/ADMIN | Employment Class: | Academic Staff-Renewable | Job Number: | 306554-AS | | | The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here
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