University of Utah ยท 1 month ago
Compliance Specialists
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$52K/yr - $80K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Utah is recognized as one of the nation's premier R1 research institutions, and they are seeking Compliance Specialists to ensure the university's compliance with applicable laws. The role involves reviewing business practices, developing policies, and providing training related to compliance in research management.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Review university's business practices to ensure pertinent regulations are followed, identify areas of non-compliance, and create a plan to implement changes as needed. Maintain a deep knowledge of regulations and stay abreast of all regulatory changes relevant to the university
This position contributes to the development and maintenance of university policies and procedures related to effort reporting and subrecipient monitoring
Perform annual subrecipient monitoring reviews for all subawards as required by Federal Regulations
Assist with the development and delivery of comprehensive training programs for effort reporting and subrecipient monitoring to principal investigators, department administrators, and central office staff
Review financial and audit reports for material weakness. Determine if weaknesses in material noncompliance have been corrected on a timely basis
Audits accounting systems and analyzes expenses related to sponsored awards, reconciles data, and resolves technical problems or recommends solutions when appropriate
Partners with faculty, administrators, and central offices to address complex compliance issues, ensuring both compliance and support for the University's research mission
Identify opportunities for process improvement and technology enhancements; participates in initiatives to streamline workflows and improve efficiency in compliance operations
Promotes RMC's mission and vision by fostering cooperative relationships and strengthening the University's reputation for excellence in research administration and financial stewardship
Qualification
Required
1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience)
Compliance Specialist, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience
Compliance Specialist, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience
Benefits
The great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Company
University of Utah
The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah.
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