Post-Award Accountant

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Community service time

Health insurance

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a detail-oriented Post-Award Accountant to manage NNLM Region 1 and NNLM Web Services Office grant budgets. This full-time, contingent II position analyzes budgets, prepares financial reports, and collaborates with program staff to ensure fiscal discipline.

Responsibilities include forecasting, monthly budget reviews, and ensuring grant compliance. Eligible for health benefits; term through April 30, 2027, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Two years of accounting or budget experience, including grants.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or CPA preferred.
• Willingness to travel.
• Knowledge of GAAP and federal grant guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze grant budgets for NNLM Region 1 and NWSO.
• Prepare financial reports and statements; monitor expenditures.
• Coordinate with program directors and SPA for reporting and compliance.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness.

Skills

GAAP

Grant budgeting

Financial reporting

Budget forecasting

Audit readiness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

The Network of the National Library of Medicine, Regional Medical Library (NNLM, Region 1), housed at The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Health Sciences & Human Services Library (HSHSL) seeks a dedicated and detail orientated Post-Award Accountant to manage and analyze the NNLM Region1 and NNLM Web Services Office budgets of federal awards and subawards. This is a full-time grant funded staff position. This position assists the Region 1 and NWSO staff, reporting to the Region 1 Executive Director.

ABOUT US

The Network of the National Library of Medicine, Regional Medical Library (NNLM, Region 1), housed at The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Health Sciences & Human Services Library (HSHSL), provides funding, health information outreach and education for the following states in alignment with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) strategic plan: DC, DE, KY, MD, NC, NJ, PA, VA, and WV.

This is a fixed-term contractual (Contingent II) position scheduled to work 40 hours per week and may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage. This is a term-limited position funded through a 5-year cooperative agreement with the National Library of Medicine. Funding for the position is available through April 30, 2027. The successful candidate will join a team in Year 5 of the current agreement, with library leadership planning a competitive proposal for a future cooperative agreement.

The Post-Award Accountant plays a key role in the financial management of the grants, responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on grant budgets, preparing financial reports, and collaborating with program directors and other staff to ensure successful fiscal management of grant-funded projects.

Benefits: Contingent Category II

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of.

• over 2 weeks of vacation each year
• paid holidays
• sick time
• time for community service
• subsidized comprehensive health insurance
• supplemental retirement options
• professional learning and development programs
• limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB
• life insurance and long-term disability
• flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Budget Management & Financial Analysis (40%)

• Develop and maintain accounts using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to ensure accuracy and timely statements relating to post-award management and administration.
• Administer and maintain assigned post-award accounts to verify accuracy of transactions and uniform application of policies, procedures, and GAAP standards. Reviews terms and conditions of simple grants &/or contracts and seek clarifying questions as necessary. Prepare documents for submission reports and follow-up statements. Completes reconciliation of accounts. Manage cooperative agreement and subaward budgets (Network of the National Library of Medicine, Region 1 and Network Web Service Office), ensuring alignment with sponsor funding requirements and grant program's organizational goals.
• Monitor actual expenditures against grant budgets to identify variances and ensure compliance with grant restrictions.
• Conduct financial forecasting and provide analysis to grant program directors to inform decision-making and resource allocation.
• Meet monthly with program directors to review budgets.
• Assist with budget modifications and ensure timely submission of budget adjustments to sponsors as necessary.
• Perform analysis of grant program budgets, provide current and historical budget data to grant program expenditures.
• Process purchasing requests, invoices and payment requests related to grant programs and subaward project activities into financial systems.
• Advise program directors on all financial transactions, such as travel, purchasing and subcontracting.
• Prepare account reconciliations and financial statements to include actual budget variance explanations.

Grant Compliance & Reporting (25%)

• Maintain and ensure comprehension of current Federal, State and sponsor guidelines and requirements. Review Request for Application (RFA) for financial requirements.
• Prepare and submit financial reports for grant programs in accordance with grant agreements, including quarterly, annual, and final reports.
• Ensure all grant-related financial documentation is accurate and complies with organizational policies and sponsor guidelines.
• Assist in the preparation of audits and ensure that all required documentation is maintained for audit readiness.
• Track and report program expenditures, including payroll, operating expenses, and indirect costs.
• Serve as liaison to UMB Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) office in meeting all award reporting requirements.
• Assist with reviewing and submitting carryforward documents and ad-hoc reporting requirements.

Collaboration & Support (15%)

• Collaborate with program staff to provide financial guidance and support for subawards.
• Collaborate with program support coordinator on relevant grant financial and operational matters.
• Provide/advise on budgetary matters and to align with program goals.
• Support program administrators (Principal Investigator, Executive Directors, etc.) in interpreting financial information and addressing any budget-related inquiries or concerns.
• Collaborate with the Library Business Operations Specialist to ensure proper budgeting and accounting for the operation of the NNLM, Region 1 and NWSO programs.
• Travel to regional and national locations for conferences and meetings to support and promote NNLM, Region 1 and NWSO NNLM, as needed.

Financial Systems & Recordkeeping (10%)

• Maintain and update financial records related to grants in the organization’s financial management system.
• Ensure accurate and timely tracking of revenue, expenditures, and reimbursements for grant-funded projects.

Continuous Learning and Improvement (10%)

• Stay current on regulations, trends, and best practices related to grant financial management, including Federal and state regulations (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, GAAP).
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of program financial management.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field that required coursework in general acceptable accounting practices (GAAP).

Experience: Two (2) years of accounting or budget experience with at least one (1) year in research administration. Experience working with grants or grants administration such as Federal grants (i.e. NIH, HHS, etc.) preferred.

Certification/Licensure: Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Other: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Committee. Willingness and ability to travel.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE

$67,000 - $70,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

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