Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Brown University is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage the accounts and ledgers for research grants and contracts. The role involves preparing financial reports, reviewing expenditures for compliance, and providing training on Research Finance policies.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the accounts and ledgers pertaining to all research grants and contracts at Brown University Health, including account set-up, institutional oversight, and account close-out
- Work with the Brown University Health Finance Department, including General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Cash Control, and Financial Operations to maintain general ledger research responsibility centers
- Prepare status and summary financial reports to Federal government agencies and non-federal sponsors
- Review research grant expenditures for reasonableness and compliance with applicable Federal regulations and sponsor guidelines
- Work with department managers, principal investigators, and research administration staff in the Grants and Contracts Office to resolve sponsored program financial issues
- Provide training to various constituents as necessary regarding Research Finance policies and procedures
- Maintain communication with departments and provide accurate timely reports on research expenditures
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or other related business discipline plus 5-7 years' experience in research accounting
- And/or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of OMB 2CFR200-Uniform Guidance and Appendix IX under Part 200-Hospital Cost Principles, Federal Acquisition Regulation, and the NIH Grants Policy Statement
- Advanced experience in using spreadsheets, databases, and ERP general ledger systems required
- Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Criminal Background And Education Check Required
Benefits
- Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Company Overview
Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States. It was founded in 1764, and is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.brown.edu/academics/brain-science/.