Senior Accountant

Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Accountant for the Research Financial Services within the Office for Research.The Office for Research’s mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Performs advanced professional accounting and budget analysis duties that require independent judgment and initiative. Manages post award administration of complex grants and contracts for research and other sponsored programs funded by external sources. Analyzes, reviews and interprets financial transactions in the Oracle Grants Project Module. Reviews and approves transactions for regulatory compliance. Reviews, approves and submits invoices and financial reports to external sponsoring organizations in accordance with the terms of those agreements. Provides high quality customer service to principal investigators/departments for grant and contract accounting functions. Ensures compliance with external sponsors contractual requirements as well as internal Rutgers institutional policies and procedures. FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Salary Details Minimum Salary 77919.480 Mid Range Salary 96454.480 Maximum Salary 114989.480 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: . Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or fiscal management or other relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in a financial/accounting function. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Must have strong verbal, writing, interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills. Must be able to understand and apply the information pertaining to grant and contract documents, University, Agency policies and regulations. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and special assignments in a professional manner. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Rutgers University systems, policies and procedures. Three years of grant and contract accounting experience. Working knowledge of higher education accounting procedures and practices. Equipment Utilized Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, ORACLE Cloud projects. Use of general ledger and Financial Data Warehouse reports. Physical Demands and Work Environment Office environment. Special Conditions Multiple Vacancies.