Entry-Level Grant & Research Accountant I

UNC-Chapel Hill

North Carolina

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking an Accountant 1 to manage and monitor financial activities across multiple Centers and Core Facilities within the School of Medicine Finance and Research Service Center. The role involves budgets, grants, contracts, and various funds, with strong emphasis on accuracy, deadlines, and internal/external customer communication.

You will support PI and Director planning, prepare financial reports, and guide funding strategies while ensuring compliance and efficient

Qualifications

Ability to manage multiple shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication to present financial information.
Ability to independently prepare, disseminate, and interpret financial reports.

Responsibilities

Manage and monitor financial activities in multiple Centers and Core Facilities within the School of Medicine Finance and Research Service Center.
Fund types include grants, contracts, trusts, trials, gifts, Medical Foundation, overhead and state funds.
Engage in project/program administration, organize and plan research operations, and communicate with internal and external customers.
Provide guidance to recognize long-term projections and goals for Center Principal Investigators and Core Directors.
Participate in budget planning and development of financial reports and billings; ensure deadlines and compliance.
Locate and analyze funding resources to provide financial guidance to PIs and Directors.