Grants and Contracts Specialist I or II (UCP VI or VII)
Post Award Grant Manager (Search #2007033)

The Office for Sponsored Programs at the University of Connecticut,
Storrs Campus, is seeking an experienced accounting professional to
manage sponsored research accounts in accordance with Federal and State
laws, University policies and sponsor guidelines.
The position requires a strong accounting background and use of sound
fiscal practices to perform complex grant accounting functions
including:  Interpretation of grant terms and conditions to ensure
proper account set-up; preparation and input of budgets into mainframe
accounting and grant tracking systems; ongoing monitoring of accounting
and financial activity on sponsored project accounts; final
determination of the allowability of expenditures; review and approval
of budget revisions; and preparation of journal entries for corrections
or adjustments to grant accounts.

The grant manager will work with University administrators and
researchers and advise in interpretation and application of relevant
policies and regulations on budgetary issues affecting project accounts.
The grant manager will also act as a liaison between the University,
sponsor and Principal Investigator, provide oversight or assistance to
meet reporting obligations at account closeout, maintain complete and
accurate records and documentation, and exercise good judgment in
clarifying and resolving issues of concern.  The incumbent will identify
and make recommendations for improvement of current practices, and
perform other tasks as required.

Required qualifications and skills include a Bachelor's degree in
accounting or related field plus four years of relevant experience, or
eight years of relevant experience in a business organization or
government agency where the primary day-to-day duties of the position
included the preparation and processing of accounting and budget
transactions.  Candidates should have demonstrated experience reading,
interpreting and applying Federal and State laws and regulations.
Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to think
critically, flexibly and analytically, and ability to work independently
or collaboratively in a team environment required.

The candidate should be proficient with the use of computerized
spreadsheet, database and word processing applications, Microsoft Office
Suite preferred.  Experience using a mainframe application such as FRS
and/or experience using an electronic research administration system
such as InfoEd a plus.

This is a full-time, twelve-month, permanent position.  Rank and salary
will be commensurate with experience.

Screening will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should
send a cover letter, resume and three references to: Laurie Pudlo,
Office for Sponsored Programs, University of Connecticut, 438 Whitney
Road Extension, Unit 1133, Storrs, CT 06269-1133. Applications will be
accepted by email (please reference the search number, single file
preferred) at xxxxxx@uconn.edu or by fax at 860-486-3726.  Please
do not submit multiple applications.

The University of Connecticut supports all state and federal laws that
promote equal opportunity and prohibit discrimination. Members from
under-represented groups, including minorities, women, and people with
disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

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