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Assistant Vice President Research Finance

3 months ago


Tuscaloosa, United States The University of Alabama Full time

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Not Graded

Department/Organization: 702202 - Contract and Grant Accounting

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy.

Job Summary: The Assistant Vice President Research Finance directs and executes all activities related to the leadership and management of CGA, including preparing federal reports and surveys (such as the NSF Herd survey of expenditures), internal financial projections and reporting, training and education, and continuous improvement. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates all financial operational and strategic activities. Provides oversight of day-to-day financial operations for sponsored grants and contracts with a focus on promoting a culture of strong ethics and compliance while providing exemplary customer service to faculty and other key stakeholders.

Additional Department Summary: Contract & Grant Accounting (CGA) manages all post-award accounting and financial administration of externally sponsored projects, including award set-up and management in the University’s accounting systems, cash management, general accounting functions, sponsor invoicing, reporting, audit activities, effort reporting, and compliance with federal, state, local, private, sponsor, and University rules and regulations. CGA manages a portfolio of active ongoing projects with budgets totaling more than $600 million.

Recruits, trains, develops, and manages the performance of financial personnel. Ensures post-award processes are coordinated appropriately to maintain federal, industry, and professional standards. Manages risk to the University by monitoring compliance with applicable federal and non-federal policies, regulations, and laws related to post-award grant and contract accounting activities, cost accounting standards, and general accounting policies and procedures. Serves as an authorized University representative in support of financial matters related to sponsored projects.

Directs the processes for delivering sponsor invoices and financial reports, institutional metrics and reporting, national reports, and surveys. Manages and completes all internal and external audits. Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures for compliance with rules and regulations governing the accounting of sponsored projects. Develops University-wide financial training and professional development programs. Provides ongoing guidance, facilitation, and expertise on all grant and contract accounting matters. Collaborates with campus and external partners to facilitate continuous quality and process improvement, assesses the effectiveness of internal controls, enhances technology applications, and ensures compliance of all University, sponsor, state, and federal rules and regulations.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and fifteen (15) years of experience; OR master's and thirteen (13) years of experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Experience in grant and contract accounting, audits, and financial compliance at a research-intensive organization. Experience providing leadership and mentorship to departmental staff in all aspects of financial management. Demonstrated evidence of collaborative work in a team environment and participation in the professional recruitment, development, and management of team members.

Skills and Knowledge: Expert knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including budget planning, development, and internal controls. Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in applying regulations, policies, and accounting principles related to contract and grant accounting, including Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200). Ability to provide highly valued customer service to all stakeholders, to serve a wide customer base, and establish effective working relationships. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree. Some experience creating and communicating specifications for new systems and applications to be used by staff and internal stakeholders. Experience in assessing challenges and solutions, setting goals, tracking progress, and reporting on progress toward achieving goals.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster