University of Maryland, Baltimore Accountant I (Remote Position) in Baltimore, Maryland

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Office of Sponsored Projects Accounting and Compliance (SPAC)is currently seeking anAccountant I. Under direct supervision, the Accountant I will perform a variety of routine communication which require the application of accounting theory and practices. /Remote Position This position works a remote schedule. Employees of UMB must be residents of Maryland, the District of Columbia, or one of the states that are contiguous to Maryland: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia./ /The ideal candidate will personally connect with the Administration and Finance Guiding Principles which closely mirror UMB’s core values: Respect and Integrity, Well-Being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery./ Benefits: UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program, effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). Primary Duties: * Reviews award documentation to identify key data elements, award terms and conditions and invoicing and reporting requirements. * Inputs and ensures information is reflected accurately in the financial system. * Under direction of Manager, identify sponsored projects that require initial reports of expenditures. * Completes initial report of expenditures in compliance with the terms and conditions stated in award documents and ensure deadlines are met. Send these reports to the departments for approval. * Reviews award documentation to update in the financial system project dates, principal investigators, cost share, no cost extensions and bill to site maintenance. * Reviews award documentation and departmental requests for budget reallocation and carryforward requests. * Backup the coordination of clerical work for a department. Plans workflow of assigned clerical tasks or function. * Making outbound communication with departments and outside clients in a professional manner while keeping and improving customer relations. * Applying good customer service in a timely manner. * Reviews and monitors assigned accounts. * Compiles data and prepares monthly activity reports for management. * Uses computer terminal to access database for obtaining account status or entering data on assigned accounts; verifies accuracy before and after entry. * Provides assistance to staff as needed and directed. * Assists with the preparation of ad hoc reports utilizing manual methods and/or computer software. Note:The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Education:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with a minimum of nine (9) credits in accounting. OTHER:Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience, and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Working knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ability to apply basic analytical skills; to operate manual and automated office equipment, personal computers, and financial software to input data; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to prepare and present working papers and supporting documentation. Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union). Salary Range: Low to Mid 50’s (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department [email protected]. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Non-Exempt Staff* *Organization: Sponsored Projects Accounting and Compliance *Title: *Accountant I (Remote Position) Location: null Requisition ID: 230001JW Apply tot his job