Sponsored Research Accountant 1, Office of Research

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Sponsored Research Accountant to join their dynamic Office of Research. This role involves overseeing grant accounts, ensuring compliance with funding regulations, and providing excellent service to the research community. With a focus on innovation and community impact, the position offers a remote work option and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex financial regulations. Join a mission-driven organization committed to transforming education and research through excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

Robust Retirement Plans

Generous Time-Off Policy

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Ability to manage grant accounts and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer grant awards and maintain grant records.
• Close out grant accounts and prepare final invoices.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Customer Service

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Relevant Work Experience

Tools

SAP

Coeus

Grants.gov

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

About The Office Of Research

The Office of Research Sponsored Research Services (SRS) Accounting department supports the research enterprise for the University by being a resource for the research community. The department works with various departments across the University to answer any regulatory questions concerning awards and assist with audits. SRS Accounting establishes grant accounts in the accounting system which ensures the University is reimbursed for the allowable costs applied to these awards and prepares all financial reports for grants and closes out the accounts once they have ended.

Job Overview

SRS Accounting department is hiring two (2) Sponsored Research Accountant 1 candidates. These positions oversee assigned accounts to ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions, funding agency regulations, and Uniform Guidance. The successful candidate will possess the ability to multi-task, logically work through problems, reprioritize workload when needed, have excellent interpersonal skills, as well as excellent verbal/written communication skills, and provide knowledgeable courteous advice and service to customers. Accuracy in data entry and attention to detail are a must in this position. This position offers a remote work option.

Essential Functions

• Administer grant awards (federal, state, local, private and internal grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements) from a myriad of funding agencies. Establish and maintain grant records and files.
• Close out grant accounts by reconciling account, sample unusual transactions for compliance, prepare final invoice and/or reports and ensure non-financial reports are submitted.
• Review award notices. Create and maintain grant accounts according to the agreements, adding and modifying budgets. Request set-up of awards in Student Financial Aid System. Review and approve salary and non-salary Cost Transfers (CTR) and Cost Reallocation requests. Resolve grant coding errors.
• Complete agency invoices and reports in accordance with awards terms and conditions by utilizing various systems. Pursue and report on collection of past due invoices.
• Serve as the principal source of information on grant policies and procedures and financial policies.
• Perform other assigned duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
  
  

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
  
  

Required Experience

Experience in accounting, finance, grants with customer service.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Possess thorough knowledge of post-award sponsored project administration, and the ability to perform all functions of the position independently.
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other federal agency supplements, the Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance (UG), intellectual property, export control, and technology compliance regulations.
• Understanding of SAP, Coeus, Grants.gov and other state and federal grant systems; expert proficiency in MS Office Skills, e.g., Outlook, Word, SharePoint and Excel.
• Proven customer service skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
  
  

Application Process Information

A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process. Attach these documents before submitting your application. Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.

Compensation And Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10–14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities
  
  

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Higher Education

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