Finance and Compliance Manager-Sponsored Projects Finance-Hybrid Schedule

Finance And Compliance ManagerReporting to the Senior Finance and Compliance Manager, the Finance and Compliance Manager is responsible for assisting the Sponsored Projects Finance Team with the financial administration of a diverse portfolio of private and public grants and contracts of varied complexity, ensuring that they are administered in a fiscally responsible manner, complying with all applicable rules and regulations established by both the sponsor agency and the University.ResponsibilitiesEnsuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data, assisting in the preparation of financial reports and billings to sponsors, tracking receipt of funding and receivables (aging and uncollectable), collecting accounts receivable for accounts, and participating in account close-outProvides institutional oversight by monitoring the allowable and appropriate recording of expenses to sponsored projects and the general ledger in order to ensure compliance with generally acceptable accounting principles (GAAP) and sponsor reporting requirementsPrepares required close-out documents for grants and/or contracts, including contractors' releases and assignments; reviews sponsoring agency policies, regulatory documents and other literature related to sponsored project financial administration to maintain familiarity with granting and contracting agency policies and revisionsResponsible for customer service, a core mission of the department, by identifying internal and external customers and providing them with the appropriate support regarding sponsored project financial administration and general ledger accountingAssists management in identifying opportunities to streamline and improve processes, providing input for automating processes, and actively implementing changes, as needed. Maintains records in accordance with internal procedures, demonstrating compliance with sponsor regulations concerning equipment, project expenditures and other fiscal concerns, and interacts with auditors during their reviewsPerforms special projects and other related duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree and/or equivalent, plus a minimum of three years' related accounting experience requiredPreferred QualificationsExperience with grant accounting and/or fund accountingDemonstrated knowledge of research administration / grants management and accounting business processes preferredOther RequirementsMust be comfortable working with databases and computerized financial systemsMust be able to identify priorities within multiple assignments in a high-pressured, short-deadline environment, and be able to work with diplomacy and efficiency in such an environmentMust be able to demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, critical thinking, interpersonal, written and oral communication skillsIn addition, the successful candidate must be able to work well with all levels of employees, be flexible in nature, have sound judgment with an open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organizationMust have a passion for excellent customer service and commitment to exceptional qualityEqual Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranColumbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.