What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Accountant II position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
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Job Summary
The Grant Accountant II is responsible for performing professional accounting tasks, offering both administrative and technical support in the management and coordination of federal, state, private, and other sponsored grants and programs. This position ensures compliance with financial regulations and maintains accurate records to support effective program funding and reporting.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
- Prepare and submit federal/state/private grants deliverables including, journalizing grant-related transactions, preparing compliance reports/deliverables, and reconciling grants to the general ledger as required per individual sponsor.
- Preparation and submission of quarterly, bi-annual, and annual financial status reports (FSR).
- Prepare grant schedules (SEFA, SPTR, B4 & S4A) for the institutional Annual Financial Report, including confirmation of state and federal pass-through balances with other state agencies.
- Prepare and post necessary entries in USAS. Draw down of cash funds as determined in sponsor contracts.
- Review retro e-PAs for allowability with time and effort reporting by Sponsored Program and process GL corrections accordingly.
- Ensures institutional compliance with all provisions set forth by awards, including any applicable federal, state or UT System requirements. Ensure compliance with regulatory audits/inspections and/or internal reviews regarding accounting and reporting for grants and contracts.
- May serve as liaison to audit team(s) during on-site visits.
- Work with Sponsored Programs office to ensure proper close out of awards, as needed.
- Serve as liaison between Accounting and Sponsored Programs.
- Resolve grant accounting and reporting issues, as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related fields.
- Five (5) years of professional related experience in account reconciliations, journal entries or related field.
- May accept a combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education/Experience
- Two (2) years’ experience in an academic medical center or public university.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- Utilize multiple systems for work including PeopleSoft, nVision and USAS.
- Strong numerical proficiency, good organizational and problem-solving skills, and excellent use of logic.
- Solid Microsoft Excel Skills. Ability to work resourcefully and efficiently in terms of time management with a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and autonomy.
- Effective interpersonal communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to maintain composure in difficult situations.
- Ability to communicate financial information into language understood by all levels of the organization.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
