Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field which includes 15 semester hours of accounting and two years of related experience. Five years of grant accounting experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of accounting. Must know and apply the compliance requirements for contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. Must understand and be able to operate electronic spreadsheets, word processors, and computerized accounting systems. Will provide the University of South Carolina Research Foundation with staff-senior level accounting services. Duties to include: reviewing invoices and other expense documentation for accuracy and completeness, updating accounting systems and record expense records. Analyzing expenses and preparing sponsor invoices for contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. Following up discrepancies and adjusting as needed. Monitoring program account activities applying knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Adjusting accounts as needed. Ensuring activities are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Monitoring cash receipts and accounts receivable; initiating and following up on collection actions on accounts including past due accounts. Processing collections, preparing deposits, reconciling bank statements; coordinating with university faculty and staff to avoid or resolve problems. Resumes and applications may be submitted to USC Employment Office, 508 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29208. USC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.