Grants & Sponsored Programs Accountant IV

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Montana State University is seeking an Accounting Associate IV in the Office of Sponsored Programs to provide financial and accounting support for pre-award and post-award activities. This role involves coordinating grant setup, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.

The incumbent will manage records in Banner, process payments, review subrecipient invoices, and collaborate with principal investigators and staff to resolve financial

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of accounting standards and procedures.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet.
• Experience in accounting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Set up new grant awards and manage related records in Banner.
• Monitor expenditures for budgetary compliance and prepare financial reports.
• Process approvals for administrative and financial transactions.
• Verify payroll corrections and fund transfers for sponsored programs.

Skills

Accounting procedures

Computer skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SCT Banner

Banner Web

Financial Reports

Job description

Montana State University is seeking an Accounting Associate IV in the Office of Sponsored Programs to provide financial and accounting support for pre-award and post-award activities. This role involves coordinating grant setup, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.

The incumbent will manage records in Banner, process payments, review subrecipient invoices, and collaborate with principal investigators and staff to resolve financial