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Department: 480501 - UHR Temporary Services

Essential Job Duties:

The temporary Research Accountant serves as the lead fiscal manager for a portfolio of sponsored projects (ledger five grant accounts) within the department. The Research Accountant will oversee grant account activity, ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines, and support Accounting Technicians and faculty in effective financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee fiscal management of sponsored projects, including rebudgets, no-cost extensions, reconciliations, and account corrections.

+ Monitor project activity to identify and resolve issues proactively.

+ Meet with faculty to provide guidance on budget forecasting and long-term financial planning.

+ Address complex financial and compliance-related questions from faculty and staff.

+ Coordinate with departments, HR, and college finance staff to resolve fiscal and administrative issues.

+ Interpret and communicate university, federal, and agency compliance requirements to faculty.

+ Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to Accounting Technicians to support efficient workflow.

| This position is required to come to campus on Tuesdays and Wednesdays weekly.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

N/A

Required Qualifications:

+ Demonstrated experience managing daily post-award sponsored project transactions, including rebudgets, reconciliations, account corrections, and no-cost extensions.

+ Experience requesting sponsor prior approvals and ensuring compliance with sponsor and federal requirements.

+ Strong working knowledge of Uniform Guidance and Cost Accounting Standards, applied to active grant management.

+ Ability to calculate and manage indirect costs for sponsored projects.

+ Experience monitoring grant expenditures for allowability, allocability, and compliance.

+ Knowledge of the full sponsored project lifecycle, with emphasis on ledger 5 grant management.

+ Experience supporting pre-award activities, including building grant budgets, reviewing FOAs, and preparing proposal packages.

+ Proficiency with PeopleSoft Financials and understanding of PeopleSoft actions related to sponsored projects.

+ Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when advising faculty on complex financial and regulatory topics.

+ Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and related office software platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ 5 years of post-award experience in the administration of sponsored awards.

+ Proposal development experience.

+ Budget preparation

+ Strong communication – written and verbal

+ Deadline driven time management

+ Knowledge of the University and State financial processes.

+ Experience/knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Uniform Guidance, and ledger 5.

+ PeopleSoft financial experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft actions.

Required license or certification:

N/A

Position Number: 48SM23

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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