What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant (Grants & Contracts) position at Savannah State University?
Job Summary
Savannah State University seeks qualified applicants for Senior Accountant (Grants and Contracts). This position performs high level accounting operations including reconciliation, analysis, review, and reporting, primarily involving grants and other contracts. Prepares financial statements/reports, journal entries and generates complex reports on a monthly and year-end basis. Approves grant or contract-related expenditures; works with PeopleSoft financial system and Microsoft Office; works with project managers, grant sponsors and other parties related to grants and contracts. Explains financial and compliance issues to nonfinancial personnel; complies with all applicable University, USG , State, and Federal policies and procedures and contractual obligations. May be directed to perform job related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; competitive benefits program.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; an advanced degree is desired. Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a complex accounting environment; government or grants accounting is desired. Strong analytical and technical skills, the ability to work independently, with professional communication skills to work with employees of the University and external parties, and excellent customer service skills required. Background and/or credit check may be required.
Savannah State University seeks qualified applicants for Senior Accountant (Grants and Contracts). This position performs high level accounting operations including reconciliation, analysis, review, and reporting, primarily involving grants and other contracts. Prepares financial statements/reports, journal entries and generates complex reports on a monthly and year-end basis. Approves grant or contract-related expenditures; works with PeopleSoft financial system and Microsoft Office; works with project managers, grant sponsors and other parties related to grants and contracts. Explains financial and compliance issues to nonfinancial personnel; complies with all applicable University, USG , State, and Federal policies and procedures and contractual obligations. May be directed to perform job related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; competitive benefits program.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; an advanced degree is desired. Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a complex accounting environment; government or grants accounting is desired. Strong analytical and technical skills, the ability to work independently, with professional communication skills to work with employees of the University and external parties, and excellent customer service skills required. Background and/or credit check may be required.
