Accountant II

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to provide comprehensive financial management for post-award grant support /institutional financial management support, primarily for Divisions of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Pulmonary Critical Care. This mid-level position plays a critical role in providing comprehensive financial management for sponsored and institutional funds. Accountant II supports faculty and division leadership through financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, post-award administration, account reconciliation, reporting, and stewardship of financial resources while ensuring compliance with University and sponsor requirements.

Responsibilities

Establish and reconcile sponsored research and institutional financial accounts; Prepare and distribute financial reports, forecasts, and analyses; Monitor sponsored projects and departmental budgets, expenditures, payroll, and funding distributions; Process payroll cost allocations and ensure accurate allocation of salary expenses; Review, process, and reconcile subaward invoices; Identify and implement process improvements; Provide financial guidance to faculty and division leadership

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3 years of relevant experience; Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice to have

Strong knowledge of federal regulations (e.g., NIH Uniform Guidance) and research administration practices; Experience in and knowledge of IORA (Integrated Online Research Administration) and federal grant application platforms (e.g. ASSIST); Proficiency in financial/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; Familiarity with URGEMS, Workday or similar platforms; Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple deadlines; Continuous Learning for Administrators of Sponsored Programs (CLASP) within 1 year