Manager-Grant Accounting/Accounting Services

Northern Michigan University; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Michigan University seeks a Manager-Grant Accounting/Accounting Services to oversee post‑award financial activity, grants accounting, and compliance with university policies, federal rules and IRS regulations. You will manage financial reporting, close-outs, audits, and endowment projections in a collaborative Controllers Office environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least four years in accounting or finance, strong communication, tax knowledge, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Oral and written communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment.
• Computer and software application skills.
• Current knowledge of tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and refine operating procedures and computerized systems for financial reporting.
• Monitor, review and document University financial transactions for compliance with accounting principles, University policies, federal circulars and IRS rules and regulations.
• Prepare and/or assist with preparation of many of the University's financial statements, annual audits, income tax return, revenue projections of University endowments and expenditure projections for special projects.
• Responsible for all post award financial management functions, including expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, grant close-out, and audit.

Skills

Accounting knowledge & principles

Oral & written communication

Organization & prioritization

Team collaboration

Computer software skills

Tax law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Business

CPA certificate

Job description

Position Title: Manager-Grant Accounting/Accounting Services

Department: Controllers Office

Term of Assignment: Continuing

Term End Date, If Applicable:

FLSA Status: Exempt = not eligible for overtime

Work Schedule: Traditionally Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional evening and weekend work required.

Salary: Targeted salary range: $68,000-$74,000

Travel: Less than 10%

Brief Statement of Duties

Brief Statement of Duties:Plan, develop and refine operating procedures and computerized systems for financial reporting. Monitor, review and document University financial transactions for compliance with accounting principles, University policies, federal circulars and Internal Revenue Service rules and regulations. Prepare and/or assist with preparation of many of the University's financial statements, annual audits, income tax return, revenue projections of University endowments and expenditure projections for special projects. Responsible for all post award financial management functions, including expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, grant close-out, and audit.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Required Minimum Work Experience: Four years of experience in accounting, auditing, or finance.

• Current knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Oral and written communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment.
• Computer and software application skills.
• Current knowledge of tax laws.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Master's Degree in Business and/or CPA certificate.
• Higher education fund accounting seminars and workshops.
• Experience in financial accounting for federal, state, and local grants.
• Certified Fiscal Research Administrator or comparable certification.

Contact Information: Erica Jean, HR Generalist, 906-227-1087

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.