What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts and Grants Accountant - Gear Up position at Appalachian State University?
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| Position Title | Contracts and Grants Accountant - Gear Up |
|---|---|
| Location | Boone, NC |
| Faculty Rank | No |
| Provide Rank | |
| Position Number | 0A0381 |
| Department | Contracts and Grants Accounting - 415102 |
Position Summary Information
| Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education |
|---|---|
| License/Certification Required | NA |
| Preferred Qualifications | Contract and Grant administration experience preferred. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Perform day to day duties of Grant Administration: Following standard procedures for post award compliance in the Controller's Office, UNC-System Office Business Process Standards, sponsor requirements or program guidelines, and resolve routine problems and issues that arise with Contracts and Grants post award compliance activities. Perform necessary research and review to apply professional judgement to resolve unique problems and issues. Consult and communicate with supervisor on unusual situations or where inadequate training or communication has been provided regarding the issue. Monitor, examine and audit grant transactions for adherence to federal, state, university and sponsor guidelines. Following post award compliance procedures, Federal Uniform Guidance, and UNC-Business Process standards, research unusual activity to draw conclusions and report findings. Prepare other required Financial Reports as required by Contract and Grant agreements. At required intervals prepare accurate and timely financial status reports for external sponsors. Review/ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoices to Sponsors. Properly document submissions with evidence and supporting calculations to justify claims. Review payment status for further action. Apply knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance, Agency/Program Guidelines, State Budget Manual, UNC-Business Process standards, and University policies and procedures to perform job functions. Use technology resources: Banner, E-print, WebFOCUS, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access), Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Mail, Slides), Internet, Agency software and web-based programs and research skills to perform job functions. Effectively communicate with Departments: Develop good working relationships with GEAR UP staff in the College Access Partnerships (CAP) Department in the College of Education in order to meet the post award compliance requirements of the GEAR UP program. The employee will consult with CAP's leadership and staff on policies and procedures as necessary to convey federal, state, and university regulations related to GEAR UP grant management and post award compliance. In addition this position will:
This is a Time-Limited Position; subject to finding sources being renewed for following years. This position has potential for a remote or hybrid work arrangement within the State of North Carolina, consistent with university policy. |
| Type of Position | Full Time Position |
| Staff/Non-Faculty | Staff/Non-Faculty |
| Appointment Type | 1.0 |
| Work Schedule/Hours | Mon-Fri 8-5 |
| Number of Hours Per Week | 40 |
| Number of Months Per Year | 12 |
| Mandatory Staff | No |
| Suggested Salary Range | $60,000 - $65,000 |
| Physical Demands of Position | Standard office environment. Position requires long periods of sitting and using a computer. |
Posting Details Information
| Posting Date | 01/10/2025 |
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| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Evaluation of Applications Begins | 01/12/2025 |
| Proposed Date of Hire | 02/03/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please attach required documents:
This position has potential for a remote or hybrid work arrangement within the State of North Carolina, consistent with university policy. |
| Search Chair Name | April Vance |
| Search Chair Email | vanceap@appstate.edu |
| Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/49388 |
| Posting Number | 201501564P |
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
