Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11640
Full/Part Time: Full Time
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The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation.
With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region.
UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region.
It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world.
UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.
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Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/08/2024.
At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Up to $72,385 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
Resume is required.
Cover Letter is preferred.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
To assist in the financial management of sponsored projects through the application of basic fiscal principles and administrative regulations governing grants and contracts.
Responsible for the application of advanced accounting knowledge to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and the acquisition of extramural funds.
Core Responsibilities
Typical:
Oversee Accounts Receivable management/collections.
Prepare Letter of Credit drawdowns.
Prepare financial reports.
Evaluate financial activities of service/recharge centers and facilities.
Assist in the implementation of cost accounting procedures.
Respond to various data requests/statistics.
Initiate award accounts and set up budgets.
Assist in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Periodic:
Assist with or lead special projects as directed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and four years of experience in grant or related accounting and/or post award administration of sponsored projects.
A Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Personal computer, accounting software, Microsoft Office and standard office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a concentration in accounting or a related field.
Four years of grant accounting experience to include financial reporting and account reconciliation.
Similar experience in a governmental or higher education environment.
Additional Information
UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
This is a security sensitive position.
Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
Normal office conditions.
Occasional evening and weekend hours.
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work; sitting most of the time.
Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
Exerts up to 10 lbs.
of force occasional.
This position primarily works remotely in Texas but may work on campus on an infrequent basis (approximately four days or less per month).
When an employee is required to work on campus, travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status.
The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.