Post Award Financial Coordinator

University of Oklahoma

Oklahoma, OK

ID: 7108526 (Ref.No. ta222265)
Posted: August 19, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

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Research Financial Services is responsible for post-award grant compliance of OU’s organized grants and contracts. The department is staffed by trained research administrators who possess a strong background in and knowledge of the financial, administrative, and compliance guidelines of the Federal government, as well as that of the various external sponsors that provide financial support to OU.

Research Financial Services is currently seeking a Financial Accounting Coordinator to join their team. The Financial Accounting Coordinator is responsible for the financial compliance associated with awarded grants and contracts. The duties include review and approval of fiscal expenditures, the application, and analysis of budgetary controls for funding sponsors, as well as ensuring institutional compliance with federal, state, agency and other applicable governing regulations, policies and procedures concerning sponsored and non-sponsored research.

Essential Functions:

Assume financial compliance of assigned departments and review funding expenditures by the investigators for the cost allowability, administrative reasonableness, appropriate award allocability and funding availability.
Establish controls for all grants, contracts, and other research funding mechanisms, and advise investigators and department administration about funding availability and potential issues arising from either deficient or surplus award funding.
Ensure rules for grants management, including those regulating federal sources, voluntary agencies, industrial contracts, philanthropic sources, and OU institutional policy are understood, disseminated, and complied with.
Act as a resource for research investigators in the area of financial award compliance.
Explain funding issues to awarding agencies, collaborating institutions, and internal OU departments.
Maintain discretion for confidential information and appropriately handle critical information and sensitive situations.
Interact with all levels of staff and external contacts and work under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Job Requirements

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Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Skills:

An effective communicator with strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with designated faculty and administrations, as well as with external contacts.
Self-motivated; with a high level of ability to work with minimum supervision.
Collaborative and comfortable working as part of a team to interpret policies and procedures.
Solution oriented and able to exercise sound judgment to solve problems within the scope of the position.
A multi-tasker capable of managing your designated workload while providing quality service and meeting deadlines through organization, interpersonal skills, and accurate prioritization of activities.
Accurate in developing and managing budgets, projecting expenditures, and managing recommended solutions.
Flexible to shifting priorities.
Computer aptitude, including word processing and spreadsheet development.
Knowledge of standard administrative procedures and office equipment.

Certifications:

none

Advertised Physical Requirements:

Must be able to communicate including expressing oneself or exchanging information with others and engage in repetitive motion including movements of the hands, wrists, or fingers.

Department Preferences:

At least 2 years of experience in a related field; preferably an administration environment performing duties like the above.
Certification as a Certified Research Administrator
ERP Financial Software
12 hours of college-level Accounting
Accounting Degree
Knowledge of federal agency regulations, policies and procedures, uniform guidance, laws, and federal acquisition regulations applicable to sponsored programs.

Supervision: none

Special Instructions:

If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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