Accountant II

Duties & responsibilities:

Works closely with department managers and senior accountants with account management duties for assigned RII units. Works closely with unit staff in developing department fiscal budgets as well as short-term project budgets.

Prepares financial reports and ad-hoc reports for directors/program managers/senior accountants to assist in decision making. Reconciles accounts and checks the accuracy of journal entries to ensure that the general ledger is accurate and complete. Reviews, approves, and reconciles financial and budget transactions including but not limited to budget transfers, payroll, reimbursement documents, purchasing cards, and requisitions to ensure expenditures are appropriate and within budget limits.

Submits transactional work to junior accounting personnel and reviews for accuracy and method of procedure. Coordinates and facilitates the submission of budget revisions, award negotiations, effort reporting, cost sharing and other duties related to grants and contracts Coordinates the establishment of new subcontracts, invoicing, and modifications to existing subcontracts in conjunction with the relevant sponsored offices. Communicate with management, and the RIIBC team including post award team, transaction team, and employee services team.

Provide training and education to unit faculty and staff. Serves as a resource to ensure compliance with the restrictions and specifications of the funding sponsor and university in proposals and awards. Reviews and monitors accounting systems, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with university and outside agencies Identify, research and resolve accounting discrepancies and policy questions.

Serve on campus and business office teams and committees as assigned by manager. Additional duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing demands and priorities Excellent written and oral communication skills Critical thinking skills and good judgment Excellent written and verbal communication skills and significant attention to detail. Strong customer service skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to resolve issues with a positive outcome.

Self-motivated, takes initiative and strong ability to multi-task multiple projects. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing demands.