Position Details
Recruitment/Posting Title
Grant Accounting Specialist
Job Category
Staff & Executive – Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department
Engn – Bureau Engn Research
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrated a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 70,800 students and 27,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Rutgers University–New Brunswick took root over 250 years ago. We are the state’s most comprehensive intellectual resource—the flagship campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, as designated by the Association of American Universities. We are the region’s most high-profile public research institution and a leading national research center with a global impact.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Grant Accounting Specialist for the School of Engineering- Dean’s Office. This position reports to the School of Engineering Grants and Contracts Office – Post Award. The position ensures the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and professional, prompt, and courteous service to faculty and staff clients.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Analyzes and reviews financial data.
Prepares financial statements and reports for both internal and external purposes.
Resolves a diverse range of problems consistent with an understanding of the mission, vision, role, and goals of the office and consistent with a comprehensive understanding of accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ), applicable regulations, and university policies and procedures.
Interprets, communicates, and implements policies and practices to meet the needs of a diverse client population.
Works independently, with broadly defined work objectives.
Performs professional work requiring specialized knowledge in one or more fields of accounting/finance and a solid understanding and application of concepts, theories, principles, practices, regulations, and terminology, and applied bases in externally sponsored research and scholarship.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Day
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
57431.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
71510.000
Annual Maximum Salary
85589.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Information about the benefits provided to Rutgers employees can be found at: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in a financial/accounting function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of relevant professional experience in a financial/accounting function.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Number
21ST3101
Posting Open Date
10/12/2021
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
Location Details
Piscataway, NJ 08854
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices?
Yes
No
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Do you have a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in a financial/accounting function?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Posted on :
Tue, 12 Oct 2021 08:11:00 GMT
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