Grant Accountant: Cash & Receivables

NJIT Corp.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

NJIT is seeking a Grant Accountant for Cash & Receivables to support accounting for grants and contracts in accordance with sponsor guidelines and university policies. The role involves reviewing, preparing, and reporting on grant activity and coordinating with principal investigators and departmental staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 0–2 years of experience, and CRA certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting/finance or related field.
• 0-2 years experience.
• CRA certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, prepares, and maintains accounting records for grants, awards and contracts.
• Ensures compliance with contract terms and sponsor reporting guidelines.
• Approves expenditures and budget transfers.
• Liaises between investigators, departmental staff and finance/budget teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

NJIT is seeking a Grant Accountant for Cash & Receivables to support accounting for grants and contracts in accordance with sponsor guidelines and university policies. The role involves reviewing, preparing, and reporting on grant activity and coordinating with principal investigators and departmental staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 0–2 years of experience, and CRA certification is desirable.