Assistant Director, Grants Accounting and Finance
Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
About Us
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision . Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Supervises and reviews the work of assigned staff. Manages accounting entries and reporting for Research Foundation financials. Lead point of contact for customer service and operational requests. Manages financial deliverables for awards. Manages monthly billing and payment between Research Foundation and University. Assists in preparation of management reports for review by executive members. Assists in coordinating the annual financial audit. Assists with monthly reconciliations of KSU AR accounts.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manages work and performance of assigned staff 2. Reconciles significant accounts 3. Reviews the work and/or reconciliations of assigned staff 4. Supervises the posting of transactions into KSURSF accounting software 5. Responsible for KSURSF accounting processes and entries. 6. Assists Director and Office of Research staff in special projects as assigned or needed 7. Participates and contributes to department decisions to ensure adherence with generally accepted accounting principles 8. Assists and contributes to the annual financial audit processes 9. Maintains financial statement templates in the systems and prepares consolidated financial statements according to established time frame for Controller review 10. Responsible for the accounting processes for the KSURSF and related reporting 11. Manages monthly billing process between entities and awardees
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accountancy, Business or related field.
Required Experience Five (5) years of accounting, financial or related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience Nonprofit accounting experience Prior public accounting experience
Proposed Salary
The salary range is $75,300- $91,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE Knowledge and experience with generally accepted accounting principles Knowledge of higher education accounting processes Knowledge of governing policies, procedures, rules and regulations
SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Advanced knowledge of excel, Financial Accounting software knowledge) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision . Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Supervises and reviews the work of assigned staff. Manages accounting entries and reporting for Research Foundation financials. Lead point of contact for customer service and operational requests. Manages financial deliverables for awards. Manages monthly billing and payment between Research Foundation and University. Assists in preparation of management reports for review by executive members. Assists in coordinating the annual financial audit. Assists with monthly reconciliations of KSU AR accounts.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manages work and performance of assigned staff 2. Reconciles significant accounts 3. Reviews the work and/or reconciliations of assigned staff 4. Supervises the posting of transactions into KSURSF accounting software 5. Responsible for KSURSF accounting processes and entries. 6. Assists Director and Office of Research staff in special projects as assigned or needed 7. Participates and contributes to department decisions to ensure adherence with generally accepted accounting principles 8. Assists and contributes to the annual financial audit processes 9. Maintains financial statement templates in the systems and prepares consolidated financial statements according to established time frame for Controller review 10. Responsible for the accounting processes for the KSURSF and related reporting 11. Manages monthly billing process between entities and awardees
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accountancy, Business or related field.
Required Experience Five (5) years of accounting, financial or related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience Nonprofit accounting experience Prior public accounting experience
Proposed Salary
The salary range is $75,300- $91,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE Knowledge and experience with generally accepted accounting principles Knowledge of higher education accounting processes Knowledge of governing policies, procedures, rules and regulations
SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Advanced knowledge of excel, Financial Accounting software knowledge) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf