Hybrid Grant & Contract Accountant: Invoicing & Compliance

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition benefits

Low-cost health plans

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Excellent retirement plans

PSLF opportunity

Transit pass

Job summary

University of Minnesota in Minneapolis invites applicants for a Grant & Contract Accountant within the Sponsored Financial Reporting team. You will manage sponsored invoices and financial reports, ensuring accuracy and sponsor deadlines while liaising with sponsors and internal departments.

The role combines meticulous accounting with strong communication, compliance, and coordination across university units, with a hybrid in-office schedule at McNamara Alumni Center.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus 2 years of professional work experience or equivalent to 6 years.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with MS Excel.
• Detail oriented.
• Experience in building and maintaining successful customer relationships.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned sponsored award workload and prioritize due dates for invoices and financial reports.
• Prepare invoices and reports per policies to ensure accuracy and sponsor deadlines.
• Document work processes and decisions for audit readiness and traceability.
• Review awards for budget periods and closeout tasks.
• Maintain regular communication with sponsors and university departments to resolve inquiries and provide policy interpretations.

Skills

MS Excel

Strong written and oral communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer relationships

Education

BA/BS Degree and at least 2 years of professional work experience or equivalent (to equal 6 years)

Job description

University of Minnesota in Minneapolis invites applicants for a Grant & Contract Accountant within the Sponsored Financial Reporting team. You will manage sponsored invoices and financial reports, ensuring accuracy and sponsor deadlines while liaising with sponsors and internal departments.

The role combines meticulous accounting with strong communication, compliance, and coordination across university units, with a hybrid in-office schedule at McNamara Alumni Center.