Grant Accountant

Grant Accountant

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of the 146 top research universities recognized as "R1" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

The Office of Research, and its employees, are responsible for central research administration, oversight of research policy and compliance, and internal research development programs. The office includes the Office of Sponsored Programs, the Office of Undergraduate Research, as well as several research centers.

The SPGC II will:

• Provide management and oversight of sponsored program financial administration.
• Prepares and submits complex reconciliations, reports, and invoices.
• Collaborates with campus representatives to monitor, analyze, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs.
• Interacts directly with project sponsors related to financial reporting, invoicing, payments, and audits on behalf of the University to ensure compliance.
• Oversees aspects of campus-wide post award initiatives as a subject matter expert and delivers training to others. Leads team in manager's absence.

The duties and responsibilities allocated to this position are those involved in the financial administration and accounting of the extramural gifts, grants, contracts, and trust accounts awarded to the University by Federal, Corporate, State, Municipal, Foreign, and philanthropic sources. Primary responsibilities include Funds 144, 133, and 233.

The incumbent will be responsible for extramural support accounting duties, including grant and contract financial report preparation and sponsored project fiscal administration. Coordinate the University's extramural support operations. Interpret and analyze financial data. Adhere to policies and procedures that document extramural support financial system operations. Establish and maintain financial records, journals, ledgers, and other records within the Workday ERP system. Produce various and specialized reports. Oversee the allocation of revenues and expenses among funds. Establish, follow, and ensure internal control mechanisms. Advise University management (i.e., Faculty, Dean's Offices, Business Managers, and their staffs) on extramural support policies and procedures. Prepare and deliver extramural support training materials and documentation. Verify automated system integrity. Determine compliance with accounting standards. Determine cost allocation and methodologies. Decide which of several policies, regulations, or procedures apply to a situation. Perform agency internal and external reconciliation. Establish and maintain records and reports according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Develop and maintain grantor agency relationships. Advise University management on extramural accounting operations.

Audit Support:

• Assist with sponsor site visits, internal reviews, and external audits.
• Prepare audit documentation and ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements.
• Respond to audit inquiries and support resolution of findings.

Special Projects:

• Participate in special projects related to research administration, financial compliance, system implementation, or process improvement.
• Contribute to institutional initiatives that enhance post-award operations and service delivery.

Competencies: Anyone selected for interview please be prepared to discuss core competencies related to experience and this position.

• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer service skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical Skills
• Familiarity with and electronic workflow environment

Work Arrangement This position is preferred as a hybrid role, balancing on-campus collaboration with remote work. The University is open to a fully remote arrangement for candidates with demonstrated post-award research administration experience and clear evidence of the ability to work independently, manage complex award portfolios, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Compensation: 59,300-67000

(Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. *Two years of accounting experience may be substituted if bachelor's degree is not in a related field. * • Minimum of one year accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of possessing the understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200)."
• Broad understanding of complex State, UWSA, and UWM policies and procedures, rules and regulations that govern fiscal activities at the University.
• Evidence of experience with, or knowledge of online financial systems.
• Evidence of University of Wisconsin accounting system knowledge.
• Experience with budgets and budget monitoring.
• Evidence of strong customer service skills
• Evidence of highly developed problem-solving abilities.
• Evidence of strong analytical skills

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

How to Apply: Interested applicants please apply on-line no later than July 30, 2026. Please include both a resume and cover letter for consideration

Contact Information: For questions, please contact Amy Rehfeldt at View email address on click.appcast.io