Financial Accountant: College of Arts & Sciences, Financial Support Services - UTK

Job description

2 Positions available: As part of the CAS Administration Financial Support team, this position is responsible for providing specialized post-award accounting support to departments within the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). The primary focus of this position is accounting for research grants and contracts (federal, state, and private agencies), as well as support for departmental accounts as needed. SPONSORED PROJECTS/RECHARGE CENTER ACCOUNTING SUPPORT: The Financial Accountant will work with the Financial Support Services team to provide guidance and support on budgeting/finance matters relevant to sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with University policies and sponsor requirements using the Grants & Agreements (HGA) proposal/award information database for information on project-specific budget constraints. Support will include critical periodic and final expenditure accounting reports to supported areas, as well as guidance to Department Heads, faculty/researchers, and support staff regarding fund commitments, applicability and allowability of expenses, and funding availability. The Financial Accountant will provide financial projections in order to inform financial deci...