Research Accounting Specialist

Job Type: Regular RAND is seeking a Research Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team. Under the general supervision of the Manager of Research Accounting, this role supports the setup of sponsor-funded awards and projects within Workday. Responsibilities include, assisting divisions with monitoring financial activities to ensure compliance with RAND policy and applicable external regulations, and initiating award or contract reconciliation by reviewing financials and coordinating with key personnel. Responsibilities Create projects and tasks, perform ongoing maintenance, conduct quality assurance through knowledge of worktags and worktag mapping, and issue Project Action Notices (PAN). Compile, analyze, and present financial reports to Finance & Accounting management, Division Administrators (DA), and Research Finance Operations (RFO) Directors. Provide consultative assistance regarding internal and/or external funding to projects. Perform and report final income and balance statement positions after fiscal year rate definitization for immediate action. Coordinate with Accounting for manual journal entries or with Billing to post final invoices. Manage award and project records in Workday to maintain financial positions and reconcile project-level balance sheet statements. Assist in researching, executing, and reporting cost transfers with Division Administrators (DA). Evaluate ideas and process changes that drive operational efficiencies and quality. Qualifications Firm knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Must have superior communications skills; able to assess what information is needed and effectively communicate to all internal and external clients. Experience with general ledger functions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and cross-functional teams. General understanding of database management is a plus. Exposure to contracts and grants is a plus. Must have the ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information appropriately. Education Requirements HS Diploma required. AS/AA in Finance, Accounting, Business or similar discipline is preferred. Experience Minimum of 1-2 years of experience required. 3-5 years of experience is preferred. Location We are hiring for this position in Washington, DC, Santa Monica, CA, and Pittsburgh, PA. We offer a hybrid work arrangement, combining work from home and on-site options. Salary Range $57,400 – $85,500 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. This position is overtime eligible. Successful candidates will be offered employment in a specific title, as determined by the candidate's education and experience. In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. RAND is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet RAND is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous. RAND’s research and analysis address issues that impact people everywhere, including security, health, education, sustainability, growth, and development. RAND has approximately 2,025 people from more than 50 countries working in offices in the United States, Europe and Australia, with annual revenues of $435.8 million. RAND is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and committed to the public interest. Our research is sponsored by government agencies, international organizations, and foundations. We rely on philanthropic support to pursue visionary ideas; address critical problems that are under-researched; and devise innovative approaches for solving acute, complex, or provocative policy challenges. RAND values objectivity and integrity in both its research processes and internal interactions. We emphasize a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff. RAND's reputation is built on quality and objectivity. RAND provides an exciting intellectual environment and opportunities for career growth with challenging assignments. As collaboration in interdisciplinary teams is an essential operating principle at RAND, we hire highly qualified talent and empower our people to do their best work by fostering a culture in which different views, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected, and staff have a sense of belonging with their colleagues, fair access to opportunities, and feel comfortable bringing their best selves to work each day. As part of our commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment, we welcome all applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to apply for this exciting opportunity. 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Salary : $57,400 - $85,500