Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

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300 Richmond Street

time type

Full time

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Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition id

REQ204863

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

Under direction of the Manager, Research Finance, maintain the accounts and ledgers pertaining to all research grants and contracts at Brown University Health, including account set-up, institutional oversight, and account close-out. Work with the Brown University Health Finance Department, including General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Cash Control, and Financial Operations to maintain general ledger research responsibility centers. Prepare status and summary financial reports to Federal government agencies and non-federal sponsors. Review research grant expenditures for reasonableness and compliance with applicable Federal regulations and sponsor guidelines. Work with department managers, principal investigators, and research administration staff in the Grants and Contracts Office to resolve sponsored program financial issues. Provide training to various constituents as necessary regarding Research Finance policies and procedures. Maintain communication with departments and provide accurate timely reports on research expenditures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or other related business discipline plus 5-7 years’ experience in research accounting.

• And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Competencies

• Knowledge of OMB 2CFR200-Uniform Guidance and Appendix IX under Part 200-Hospital Cost Principles, Federal Acquisition Regulation, and the NIH Grants Policy Statement.

• Advanced experience in using spreadsheets, databases, and ERP general ledger systems required.

• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Benefits of Working at Brown:

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Recruiting Start Date:

2025-11-03

Job Posting Title:

Senior Accountant

Department:

BioMed Research Administration

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Remote

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.

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