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Financial Assistant 2

Employer
University of Connecticut
Location
Storrs Campus

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Search #: 495878
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Fiscal, Accounting and Budget

JOB SUMMARY

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (CLAS) Shared Services Office seeks applicants for a full-time position as a Financial Assistant 2 for CLAS Shared Services Grant Management Services. Under the direction of the Assistant Director for Grant and Contracts, the incumbent will maintain a complete set of records of financial transactions for various units, along with providing faculty support in all aspects of grant administration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Prepares faculty grant applications for submission, including drafting proposal documents, informing faculty of submission process, establishing a grant record, and drafting budgets.
  2. Monitors compliance with guidelines from awarding agencies and maintains familiarity with terms and conditions associated with grants and awards.
  3. Supports monitoring, tracking, and interpreting fiscal records for a portfolio of accounts including payroll records, purchasing, travel, and other disbursements to maintain compliance with grant policies.
  4. Communicates financial information regarding grant accounts to faculty members, including remaining balances, anticipated payroll expenses, and incoming funding.
  5. Analyzes and verifies transactions related to grants and contracts accounts such as invoices, travel, reimbursements, and requisitions.
  6. Maintains internal records of grant applications and information, including budget details, invoices, correspondences, submitted applications, budget justifications, etc.
  7. Meets with faculty to explain services, communicate financial information, and assist with accounts as needed.
  8. Maintains internal grant management database with grant submissions and related account information.
  9. Corresponds with administrators from other institutions and federal sponsor contacts
  10. Performs related work as required.
  11. Maintain files and grant management database.
  12. Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
  • Two to three years of related experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working in a higher education setting.
  • Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and provide a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting
  • Excellent computer skills including experience with Microsoft programs.
  • APPOINTMENT TERMS

    This is a full-time position in a flexible work environment. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience.

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    Employment at the University of Connecticut is contingent upon the successful candidate’s compliance with the University’s Mandatory Workforce COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. This Policy states that all workforce members are required to have or obtain a Covid-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at UConn, unless an exemption or deferral has been approved.

    Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

    TO APPLY

    Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #495878 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Address correspondence to Kat Krauss. Screening will begin immediately and the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Priority will be given to applications received by December 8, 2021.

    This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on December 29, 2021.

    All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

    The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

    Advertised: Nov 24 2021 Eastern Standard Time
    Applications close: Dec 29 2021 Eastern Standard Time

    Organization

    Working at UCONN

    The University of Connecticut is a national leader among public research universities, with more than 30,000 students seeking answers to critical questions in classrooms, labs, and the community. A culture of innovation drives this pursuit of knowledge throughout the University’s network of campuses. Connecticut’s commitment to higher education helps UConn attract students who thrive in the most competitive environments, as well as globally renowned faculty members. Our school pride is fueled by a history of success that has made us a standout in Division I athletics. UConn fosters a diverse and vibrant culture that meets the needs and seizes the opportunities of a dynamic global society.

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    Telephone
    860-486-3034
    Location
    9 Walters Avenue
    Storrs
    Connecticut
    06269
    US

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