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Accountant I
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Position Number: 5213581
Location: Durham, NC
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Accountant I

North Carolina Central University

Closing Date: 4/30/2024 at 11:55 PM

Primary Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of the position is to assist sponsors, administrators, faculty and staff with Post-Award services related to extramural funding for North Carolina Central University. The Accountant (Post-Award Research Administrator) explains, interprets and implements University, State and Federal regulations related to grant activities.

Accountant (Post-Award Research Administrator) Job Duties:

Establish awards in Banner

Manage award portfolio and provide compliance monitoring including reviewing grant expenditure detail and performing financial analysis for monthly reconciliations

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual budget and journal entries

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual grant reports and submit to sponsoring agencies

Complete Grants Closeout Process

Create and/or update forms in Microsoft Excel

Assist with special projects as assigned

Minimum Education/Experience:
Entry-level with Masters; Bachelors and 0-2 years experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of general accounting and budgeting principles, the Federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), State and University policies and procedures and be familiar with the practices of federal sponsors to include NIH, NSF, DOD and ED. Candidate must also possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance and RAMSeS or equivalent systems, Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word and Excel) and Federally Mandated Committees and their purpose. Candidates should possess the ability to work independently without direct supervision; take initiative to develop, monitor, and complete projects and assignments within designated time-frames; learn, interpret and analyze diverse information to make necessary decisions; exercise judgment and discretion in identifying issues and formulate resolutions; plan, prioritize and organize workflow. Other pertinent skills are excellent analytical and organizational skills; excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals to provide support, manage projects, negotiate, and explain information.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.nccu.edu/

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.