U of Rochester Position Announcements Lyke, Mary Jo 30 Apr 2003 15:32 EST

The University of Rochester invites applications for the following full time
positions: Assistant Grant Manager, Senior Grant Accountant and Grant
Accountant. The detailed position announcements are included below.

Mary Jo E. Lyke, CPA
Assistant Controller
Research Accounting and Costing Standards
University of Rochester
Towne House - Suite 260
1325 Mt. Hope Avenue
Rochester, New York  14620

phone:  585-275-1648
fax:    585-271-7933

Background
Founded in 1850, the University of Rochester is a private, coeducational
institution that ranks among the most highly regarded universities in the
country. The 85-acre River Campus, the main campus, is located about two
miles from downtown Rochester, New York, in a bend of the Genesee River. The
Medical Center, the South Campus, and the Mt. Hope Campus are located
nearby. The Eastman School of Music and the Memorial Art Gallery are in
downtown Rochester. Recently ranked as one of the Northeast's 10 "Best
Places to Live in America" by Money Magazine, Rochester has also been listed
as one of the "Most Livable Cities" in America by the Partners for Livable
Communities, a rating based on Rochester's technology-focused economy,
recreational opportunities, and historic neighborhoods.

A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, Rochester
offers degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, as
well as in several professional disciplines. Rochester faculty and alumni
have included seven Nobel prize winners and 11 Prize winners. The Eastman
School of Music ranks first in graduate music programs in the country in the
latest survey by U.S. News and World Report. The School of Medicine and
Dentistry ranks 28th overall among medical schools, and its primary-care
program ranks 7th among primary-care medical schools. Other recent U.S. News
surveys have cited Rochester's graduate programs in political science,
physics, economics, nursing, clinical psychology, chemistry, biology and
community health.

The University ranks among the top 50 national research universities. The
Office of Research Accounting and Costing Standards serves as the central
administrative office responsible for post award administration of sponsored
research funding. Currently, this office manages over 3,800 sponsored
research accounts with an excess of $260,000,000 in annual grant
expenditures.

Assistant Grant Manager
The Assistant Grant Manager reports to the Assistant Controller for Research
Accounting and Costing Standards, and is responsible for providing
administrative leadership as it pertains to post award administration of
grants and contracts. Specifically, this position will train, supervise and
evaluate two senior grant accountants and four grant accountants; oversee
the preparation of financial reports and invoices to sponsors; assure that
reports and invoices are prepared accurately and filed on time; ensure
financial and regulatory compliance; monitor daily cash balances; serve as a
resource on grant and contract regulations, and interpret requirements with
staff, principle investigators and management; assist with the development,
communication and implementation of policies and procedures; maintain a
working knowledge of University, federal, and agency regulations, policies
and procedures.

 Qualifications
 Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably
in accounting, from a recognized institution of higher education, and at
least five years related experience. A Master's or CPA certification is
preferred. Previous supervisory experience in a university environment is
desired. Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations related to research
administration, including OMB Circular A-21, OMB Circular A-110, OMB
Circular A-133, Federal Acquisition Regulations and major federal funding
agency guidelines is critical for success. Candidates must also possess
strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, as well as
technical proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and Power Point.

 The successful candidate will possess an understanding of and
commitment to providing a high level of customer service to both internal
and external constituents, have the ability to establish and maintain a
collaborative team environment, and be competent in organizing and
prioritizing heavy workloads to meet deadlines.

Senior Grant Accountant
The Senior Grant Accountant reports to the Assistant Grant Manager of the
Office of Research Accounting and Costing Standards. Primary
responsibilities focus on the post-award financial administration of
sponsored research activity; specifically, the review and approval of award
expenditures, ensuring compliance with agency requirements, obtaining
sponsor approvals, and all tasks necessary to close grant/contract accounts
in an accurate and timely manner; establishment and administration of
subcontracts; participation in new systems development; producing management
reports; participating in site visits and audits; and establishing and
maintaining effective working relationships with department research
administrators. Other significant duties include assisting with the
supervision, training and evaluation of assigned staff accountants.

 Qualifications
 Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably
in accounting, from a recognized institution of higher education, and at
least three years of experience in sponsored program administration in a
university, hospital or other not-for-profit environment. Previous
supervisory experience is desired. Demonstrated knowledge of federal
regulations related to research administration, including OMB Circular A-21,
OMB Circular A-110, OMB Circular A-133, Federal Acquisition Regulations and
major federal funding agency guidelines is critical for success. Candidates
must also possess strong written, oral and interpersonal communication
skills, as well as technical proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and Power
Point.

 The successful candidate will possess an understanding of and
commitment to providing a high level of customer service to both internal
and external constituents, have the ability to establish and maintain a
collaborative team environment, and be competent in organizing and
prioritizing heavy workloads to meet deadlines.

Grant Accountant
The Grant Accountant reports to the Assistant Grant Manager of the Office of
Research Accounting and Costing Standards through the Senior Grant
Accountant. Primary responsibilities focus on the post-award financial
administration of sponsored research activity; specifically, the review and
approval of award expenditures, ensuring compliance with agency
requirements, obtaining sponsor approvals, and all tasks necessary to close
grant/contract accounts in an accurate and timely manner; establishment and
administration of subcontracts; preparing monthly third party billings; and
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department
research administrators.

 Qualifications
 Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably
in accounting, from a recognized institution of higher education, and at
least two years of experience in sponsored program administration in a
university, hospital or other not-for-profit environment. Demonstrated
knowledge of federal regulations related to research administration,
including OMB Circular A-21, OMB Circular A-110, OMB Circular A-133, Federal
Acquisition Regulations and major federal funding agency guidelines is
critical for success. Candidates must also possess strong written, oral and
interpersonal communication skills, as well as technical proficiency in
Word, Excel, Access and Power Point.

 The successful candidate will possess an understanding of and
commitment to providing a high level of customer service to both internal
and external constituents, have the ability to establish and maintain a
collaborative team environment, and be competent in organizing and
prioritizing heavy workloads to meet deadlines.

Application Procedure
Applications should include a current resume with salary history plus the
names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The University of
Rochester offers excellent benefits including tuition
remission/reimbursement and a contributory retirement plan. For more
information, please visit the University's main web site at
<http://www.rochester.edu/>.

Please send applications to:

University of Rochester
Office of Human Resources
18B Wallis Hall, River Campus
Rochester, New York 14620
ATTN. Ms. Eileen Kalbfus (xxxxxx@hr.rochester.edu)

An EEO / AA Institution

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