| Department: |
Financial Services
The Office of Contract and Grant Accounting
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| Position Overview: |
The Grant Accountant will be responsible for maintaining funds for the assigned Financial Aid Award portfolio, interpret award documents for proper setup in financial systems, periodic systems testing and effectively communicating and coordinating with departmental and central unit personnel.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $63,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
- Perform reconciliation and process biweekly draws for Federal Financial Aid awards. Process billing for MHEC Financial Aid Awards on demand as needed per award requirements. Read, review and interpret award documents for terms and conditions.
- Complete the financial closeout of FinAid awards annually according to FISAP in coordination with the Financial Aid Office personnel.
- Systems testing and maintaining the developed testing scripts for all Peoplesoft bundle and tools upgrades. Maintaining the Peoplesoft grant work center and pivot grids under the direction of the manager.
- Establish combination codes for new sponsored projects daily.
- Assist in generating Sponsored Awards and related amendments in our system of record. As part of set up, the grant accountant will read, review and interpret award documents including budgets to ensure award setup is complete in PeopleSoft, and provide notification to campus units of award
information.
- Other duties as assigned.
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2 years – Full working knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures
- Familiarity with and understanding of research administration, finance, and/or information technology.
- Ability to use multiple software applications.
- Ability to use analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Word, Excel)
- Proficient with Google tools (e.g. Calendar, Gmail)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to be extremely organized with a high attention to detail.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness.
- Demonstrated team player.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field.
- 2 years experience in Research Administration Accounting.
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $63,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full-time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |