Post Award Accountant

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Post-Award Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts Accountant (Dept/Center) Job Summary: The Post Award Accountant plays an integral role on the financial team of the Russell Labs Administrative Service Center ("The Hub"), providing fiscal support to the Departments of Entomology, Forest and Wildlife Ecology, and Plant Pathology in support of their research, instructional, and outreach missions. We are seeking a colleague who is adaptable, collaborative, and motivated to enhance financial reporting and business processes as the University continues to develop and enhance operations within the Workday environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide fiscal support to Russell Lab Departments and faculty for sponsored and non-sponsored funding and works closely with the Russell Labs Financial Manager, Financial Specialist, Post Award Financial Manager, other Hub members, and faculty. Successful candidates for this position will possess the following skills and attributes: Customer service focus with the ability to provide accurate, responsive support and work collaboratively among unique groups Ability to multitask and independently determine priorities A strong financial or post-award background Effective organizational skills and attention to detail Key job responsibilities: In collaboration with the Financial Manager and the Post-Award Financial Manager, assist principal investigators with the financial management of sponsored and non-sponsored funds Serves as a financial resource in answering questions and ensures compliance with university policies and procedures and with award terms and conditions Prepares and analyzes financial data and schedules, reviews financial expenditures for accuracy and allowability, identifies and communicates discrepancies, and investigates, recommends and implements solutions as needed Reviews and/or approves financial transactions such as billing, cost allocations,... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/AFCF93D7CD624A6E