Search # 2012381

Job Posting Title:  Financial Assistant II (UCP 5)

Job Summary:  The Office for Sponsored Programs at the University of Connecticut is seeking a Financial Assistant II in the Financial Service Area.  The Financial Service Area provides oversight to the fiscal management of awards accepted by the University.  The area is responsible for interim financial reporting, invoicing, drawdown of federal funds for letter of credit awards and cash application in a variety of forms.

Under the supervision of the Manager of Financial Services or designated supervisor, is responsible for the accounting and book-keeping functions related to the billings and collections of sponsored research accounts.

Specific responsibilities include:

1.	Maintenance of monthly billing cycle, preparation of accounts receivable invoices to sponsors of grants and awards, including specific financial reports required by sponsoring agency.  Billing may be processed through a variety of on-line invoicing systems.

2.	Receives monies in the form of checks, wire transfers, state transfer invoices, cash and prepares related cash deposit slips.  Cash transaction requests may be processed through a variety of automated payment methods including online drawdowns.

3.	Prepares and enters journal vouchers to record billings and cash receipts in the University's accounting system and into the accounts receivable subsidiary ledger, as necessary.

4.	Prepares quarterly reports detailing expenditures and cash receipts for various agencies as required.

5.	Serves as a liaison to the sponsoring agency, principal investigator, departmental staff, and grant managers in processing and responding to billing requests and inquiries.

6.	Follow-up on outstanding invoices.

7.	Troubleshoots and performs related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

1.	Five to ten years of recent progressively responsible experience, where the primary day-to-day duties included performing financial transactions, maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports, or equivalent combination of degree and experience.

2.	Sound knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures.

3.	Ability to work independently, efficiently and exercise sound judgment.

4.	Accuracy, skill, and efficiency in performing arithmetical computations and data entry.

5.	Experience in analyzing financial transactions and reconciliation of accounts.

6.	Excellent interpersonal skills, with customer-service orientation.

7.	Excellent verbal and written business communication skills.

8.	Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.

9.	Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage large workload in fast-paced environment under pressure of deadlines.

10.	Excellent record-keeping and follow-up skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1.	Bachelor's degree in accounting and two to four years related experience.

2.	Customer Service Experience.

3.	Experience with online, electronic financial processing.

4.	Experience in a higher education or a governmental organization.

Appointment Terms:  This is a full-time, 12-month position with a comprehensive benefit package.

To Apply:  Please submit a cover letter, current resume, and contact information of three professional references (as a single electronic file or PDF attachment if possible) via Husky Hire:  http://www.jobs.uconn.edu.  The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer and supports all state and federal laws that promote equal opportunity and prohibit discrimination.  Members from under-represented groups, persons with disabilities and veterans, are encouraged to apply.

***
Laurie N. Pudlo
Administrative Manager
University of Connecticut
Office for Sponsored Programs
438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1133
Storrs, CT 06269-1133
(860) 486-4247 Direct
(860) 486-3622 Main
(860) 486-3726 FAX
xxxxxx@uconn.edu
www.osp.uconn.edu

======================================================================
 Instructions on how to use the RESADM-L Mailing List, including
 subscription information and a web-searchable archive, are available
 via our web site at http://www.healthresearch.org (click on the
 "LISTSERV" link in the upper right corner)

 A link directly to helpful tips:  http://tinyurl.com/resadm-l-help
======================================================================