The Opportunity:
The Contracts and Grants Accountant I performs post-award sponsored program functions associated with the post-award administration of awards. The Contracts and Grants Accountant I is responsible for the invoicing, collection, and post-award fiscal management of the sponsored programs as assigned. This position reports to the Contracts and Grants Accountant III.
Responsibilities:
Prepare post-award financial reports for federal, state and private funded research contracts and grants as assigned by the supervisor. This includes but is not limited to invoicing and preparing cost reports for awards requiring Draws or Installment Payments. Reviews and approves subaward requisitions, change orders, and supplier invoices.
Review award documents (agreement, budget, statement of work, and other contract and grant requirements) to ensure award setup is accurate and complete in the research administration and financial databases.
Perform the cash management activities of requesting accurate and timely reimbursements from awarding agencies and following up on accounts receivable.
Work with principal investigators, institute, center or department administrators and OR award administrators to ensure all cost share commitments of the university are documented.
Review project transactions, such as revenue, accounts receivable and expenditures, for accuracy and appropriateness and input or request adjustments as necessary. Analyze project expenditures to ensure costs are allowable, allocable, reasonable and consistently handled as directed by 2 CFR 200 and other Federal/State regulations.
Assist principal investigators, institute, center or department administrators and OR award administrators in resolving specific fiscal and accounting problems in relation to sponsored awards.
Act as contact person for awarding agency representatives concerning contractual issues of billing and reporting as required.
Manage the financial closeout activities and coordinate with OR award administrators to ensure the timely closeout and related closeout reporting of research projects.
Develop and maintain good sound communication lines with principal investigators, institute, center or department administrators, OR award administrators and awarding agencies to ensure continued flow of information.
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
2+ years of experience in financial reporting, billing, or grants management, within a university or non-profit environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) with advanced skills in financial analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, charts, and macros.
Experience with Workday or similar ERP.
Exposure to federal contract and grant billing, Uniform Guidance, and post-award research administration.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $48,722 - $59,684.00. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
Hybrid work schedule or remote work within the state of Florida may be considered based upon specific circumstances and candidate qualifications.
If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.
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Department
Office of Research - Operations
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Schedule may vary as required.
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$48,722.00 to Negotiable
Job Posting End Date
07-10-2025-12-00-AM
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