Senior Grants Accountant – Impactful Financial Analysis

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Senior Accountant - Grants with strong organizational and analytical abilities. You will perform routine accounting tasks, financial analyses, and support for the Annual Financial Report, ensuring accuracy and compliance across funds.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting-related field plus 3 years in government or commercial accounting, with proficiency in Excel and finance systems. Travel up to 25% and a day shift are typical.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a job-related field with major coursework in accounting.
• Three years’ experience in government or commercial accounting or seven years’ combined education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine accounting tasks and financial analysis to support institutional processes.
• Prepare and review routine financial transactions, general ledger and journal entries.
• Analyze financial data for accuracy and regulatory compliance; support AFR preparations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Deadline-driven

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree with accounting coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cognos Analytics

Banner finance system

FiTS

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Senior Accountant - Grants with strong organizational and analytical abilities. You will perform routine accounting tasks, financial analyses, and support for the Annual Financial Report, ensuring accuracy and compliance across funds.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting-related field plus 3 years in government or commercial accounting, with proficiency in Excel and finance systems. Travel up to 25% and a day shift are typical.