Mississippi
Jackson Mississippi
Columbus, Mississippi
Posted: 28-Feb-23
Location: University, Mississippi
Type: Full Time
Salary: $59,761 - $84,729
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Salary Details:
Required Education:
Internal Number: 13083219
This position manages and directs the accounting activities within the Contracts and Grants Accounting Office and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. The incumbent oversees the post award fiscal administration of all contracts and grants awarded to the University, financial reporting, cash collection, and maintenance of grant related data in compliance with state/federal regulations, and University policy.
Examples of Work Performed
Develops and implements fiscal policies and procedures to ensure grant compliance.
Supervises and monitors activities of sponsored research accounts for appropriateness and compliance with regulations. Oversees and monitors post award compliance and financial reporting.
Oversees and monitors construction grants.
Monitors all accounts receivable, designs and develops collections methods and identifies “at risk” projects. Interacts with PI’s and or appropriate business offices on campus regarding “at risk” projects.
Oversees effort reporting process and monitors cost sharing.
Oversees F & A proposal process; develops and maintains campus space survey. Coordinates internal and external audits.
Monitors and approves cost transfers.
Monitors key agencies (e.g. OMB, NIH, NSF, DOD, etc) to stay abreast of new and or revised regulations. Communicates campus-wide notification of new or revised regulations.
Designs, oversees and conducts training programs to ensure fiscal compliance. Ensures all tasks are in compliance with federal, state and University requirements. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.
Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
- Oversees the post award fiscal administration of all contracts and grants awarded to the University
- Manages and directs the accounting activities of accountants within the Contracts and Grants Accounting Office and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
- Oversees and monitors fiscal compliance with sponsor regulations and regulations imposed by federal and state agencies.
- Communicates with PIs and administrative personnel campus-wide regarding contracts and grants accounting matters.
- Oversees collection processes and accounts receivable activities for sponsored projects
Physical Requirements: These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.
Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.
Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision.
Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to sit. The incumbent is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. The incumbent is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; and walk.
Experience/Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
AND
Experience:
Four (4) years of experience related to the above described duties.
Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.
