Award Specialist I

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024
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Closing Date: 11/27/2024 Type of Position:Sponsored Program Administration Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Award Management Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:The Award Specialist I will work with Departmental Representatives, Principal Investigators (PIs), Research Accountants, Award Management Team Leads and External Sponsors to manage the lifecycle of research awards. Award Specialists will perform a variety of analytical activities to ensure compliance with various accounting principles, sponsor requirements, federal and state guidelines, and institutional policies. They will also perform account financial reconciliation for assigned departments constituencies, monitoring of sponsored award spending for allowability and compliance with federal and sponsor regulations, managing payroll and sponsored project effort, preparation of required financial and accounting reports to sponsors, sponsored project financial and non-financial closeout according to Institutional policy and good accounting practices and institutional audit engagement and response. In addition, they will interprets award terms/conditions, Federal, non-federal, and University financial/administrative policies and keep up-to-date on sponsor requirements, institutional policies, and state and federal regulations. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, general business, or related field At least three years of experience in a related field Preferred Qualifications: Intermediate proficiency and experience with Microsoft Excel and Word Experience with grants and contracts Experience with the University of Arkansas systems Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated strong organizational skills Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and GMP Knowledge of financial statements and reports Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer technology related to accounting systems Clear communication skills using face-to-face contact, e-mail, telephone or other correspondence Strong organizational skills Ability to meet deadlines Ability to develop and maintain manual or computerized accounting systems Ability to interpret and apply provisions of laws, rules, or policies to specific situations Ability to review and analyze financial information Ability to analyze data and prepare financial statements and reports Ability to maintain routine accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals Ability to provide guidance and technical assistance to agency/institution management and staff Additional Information: Salary Information: $57,000-$65,000 - Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Julia Menke, jmenke@uark.edu, Sr. HR Partner All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes