Accountant II

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking an Accountant II to provide comprehensive financial management for post-award grant support within the Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Pulmonary Critical Care divisions. The role emphasizes budgeting, forecasting, accounting reconciliation, and adherence to sponsor and university policies.

The position reports to division leadership and requires meticulous financial analysis and reporting to ensure accurate stewardship of funds across sponsored and

Responsibilities

• Accountant II supports faculty and division leadership through financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, post-award administration, account reconciliation, reporting, and stewardship of financial resources.

Tools

URGEMS

UR Financials (Workday)

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 400057 Medicine M&D-Gastroentrol Div

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URG 109

Compensation Range: $56,500.00 - $79,100.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to provide comprehensive financial management for post-award grant support /institutional financial management support, primarily for Divisions of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Pulmonary Critical Care. Support may be leveraged for other Department of Medicine divisions as operational needs evolve. This mid-level position plays a critical role in providing comprehensive financial management for sponsored and institutional funds. Accountant II supports faculty and division leadership through financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, post-award administration, account reconciliation, reporting, and stewardship of financial resources while ensuring compliance with University and sponsor requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Account Reconciliation

• Establish and reconcile sponsored research and institutional financial accounts, including unrestricted operating, gift, endowment, designated, carryforward accounts.
• Assemble ledgers and perform monthly financial reconciliations using URGEMS, UR Financials (Workday), and other University financial systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of sponsored and institutional accounts.
• Monitor sponsored projects and departmental budgets, expenditures, payroll, encumbrances, and funding distributions to ensure appropriate stewardship of sponsored and institutional resources.
• Research and resolve financial discrepancies, prepare journal entries, process Workday financial transactions and approvals, and maintain accurate financial records and financial tracking systems in support of sound fiscal management.
• Analyze account activity and financial trends to identify opportunities for improved financial performance, operational efficiencies, and proactive financial planning. Provide recommendations to Division leadership regarding fiscal risks, budget variances, and corrective action

Financial Reporting, Analysis & Compliance

• Prepare and distribute financial reports, forecasts, and ad hoc analyses for faculty, Division leadership, and Department leadership to support strategic planning and informed financial decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, spending trends, budget variances, and projections; identify fiscal risks and opportunities; and provide recommendations to improve financial performance and long-term planning.
• Prepare sponsor financial reports, invoices, drawdowns, and financial account closeouts, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
• Review and process financial transactions and University forms, including travel reimbursements, SIRs, requisitions, purchase orders, cost center billings, Vivarium charges, and other financial documents in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Review expenditures for allowability, budget availability, appropriate funding sources, and compliance with sponsor requirements, University policies, financial regulations, and internal controls governing sponsored and institutional funds.
• Support proposal budget development, sponsor progress reporting, annual financial reviews, and financial forecasting throughout the award lifecycle.
• Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive financial, payroll, and personnel information.

Payroll, Effort & Financial Planning

• Process and reconcile payroll cost allocations, accounting adjustments, and funding distributions in Workday to ensure accurate allocation of salary expenses across sponsored and institutional accounts.
• Monitor payroll allocations, effort commitments, salary distributions, and cost sharing to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements, University policies, approved budgets, and effort reporting requirements
• Review payroll reports, investigate and resolve discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and maintain the accuracy and integrity of payroll-related financial records.