Senior Extramural Funds Accountant (Remote)

University of California - Santa Cruz; California; Remote; USD 100,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

UC Santa Cruz is seeking an experienced research administrator to independently monitor, reconcile, and manage extramural funding in compliance with UC, institution, and sponsor policies. The role emphasizes oversight of sponsored awards, billing, financial reporting, and closeout for high- complexity awards.

Provides guidance to faculty and research staff on procedures, liaises with campus units, and ensures records are accurate for audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience and/or training.
• Extensive knowledge of sponsor, UC, and institutional research administration policies and guidelines, sponsor-specific policies, conflict of interest requirements, application of indirect cost rates, and other advanced concepts in research administration.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex research administration concepts to support research account management, and ability to interpret policy and concepts for others.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and accounting ensure fiscal accountability and adherence to internal controls.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable research administration compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated advanced competence in the use of financial systems and tools, including spreadsheets and database software, in financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Demonstrated independent judgment, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess a situation and provide a solution.

Responsibilities

• Financial Award Management and Reporting: oversight for fiscal management of sponsored awards and preparation of required financial reports.
• Transactions and Processes: manage accounting, financial reporting, billing, and closeout for extramural awards.
• Research Administration Policy: interpret award terms, advise on proper use of funds, and update policies as needed.
• Communication and Customer Service: provide guidance on complex matters to PIs and campus partners, train staff, and ensure timely support.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Job description

UC Santa Cruz is seeking an experienced research administrator to independently monitor, reconcile, and manage extramural funding in compliance with UC, institution, and sponsor policies. The role emphasizes oversight of sponsored awards, billing, financial reporting, and closeout for high- complexity awards.

Provides guidance to faculty and research staff on procedures, liaises with campus units, and ensures records are accurate for audits.