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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

Sponsored Projects Accountant II

Alpine, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Inside Higher Ed is associated with Sul Ross State University, which is seeking a Sponsored Projects Accountant II. The role involves applying sound accounting principles to manage grants and contracts, ensuring accurate financial reporting and serving as a liaison between the Borderlands Research Institute and the Finance & Operations office.

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Responsibilities

Administer BRI grants and contracts; reconcile all state, federal, and private grant receivables; maintain grant and contract files and calendars; assist with preparation of detailed periodic financial reports, annual finance reports, and other financial projects; other duties as assigned

Works with Director, faculty, and staff to prepare budgets for proposals

Monitors accounts and provides timely reports on account balances

Assists with monitoring/tracking matching grant programs

Assists with grant report writing (e.g., account balances)

Works with Accounting Services to ensure accounting accuracy

Help establish grant accounts in Banner

Provides oversight on grant routing forms

Assist with tracking gifts and donations

Qualification

Accounting degreeGovernment accounting experienceAccounting software proficiencyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedProficient in spreadsheetsTeam playerAdaptability