Accounting Analyst

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $62,300 - Midpoint: $81,000 (Salaried E10)

Department/Organization: 702202 - Contract and Grant Accounting

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy .

Job Summary: The Accounting Analyst conducts analysis and develops reports for specialized financial functions within the central finance or central contract & grant accounting area. Analyzes financial statements. Provides expert knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and techniques in accordance with industry standards, current laws, and university policy. May supervise or train lower level accountants or other staff.

Additional Department Summary: The Office for Contract & Grant Accounting (CGA) ensures good stewardship of sponsored funds and provides support to faculty and staff on post-award financial administration for externally sponsored projects. CGA is responsible for compliance with fiscal and reporting requirements established by federal and state law, agency regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and University policies and procedures. Once all pre-award actions are complete and the sponsor has authorized an award, the Office for Sponsored Programs transmits the applicable information to CGA to facilitate the post-award financial process, including award setup in the University accounting system; invoicing; revenue collection and receivables management; sponsored financial reporting; compliance review and analysis; audit liaison activities; and management of the effort reporting system.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related financial field and six (6) years of accounting experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and four (4) years of accounting experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of NSF HERD Survey reporting requirements. Knowledge of federal cost principles, Uniform Guidance, and cost allocation methodologies. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to a variety of stakeholders. Proficiency with financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications: Significant experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or higher education finance. Experience preparing or supporting Facilities & Administrative (F&A) Cost Proposals and Fringe Benefit Rate Proposals. Experience with recharge and service center administration in a higher education environment. Experience working with federal audits, negotiated rate agreements, and regulatory compliance matters. CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity : The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
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