Research Accountant

Job description

Title: Research Accountant Location: Midtown: Org Unit: Grants and Contracts Accounting Work Days: Monday-Friday: Weekly Hours: 35.00: Exemption Status: Exempt: Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $83,000.00: *As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices Position Summary: Establishes and maintains the integrity and health of research related financial accounts. Ensures that institutional fiscal reporting responsibilities are met and cash receipts are optimized through timely and accurate invoicing and reporting. Job Responsibilities: - Ensures compliance with regulatory audits/inspections and/or internal reviews. Develops and recommends corrective action plans to address deficiencies identified. May serve as liaison to audit team(s) during on-site visits. - Reviews and reconciles accounts, financial transactions, documentation and/or financial reports. Investigates and corrects discrepancies. Escalates issues as needed. - Identifies system issues that prevent work product. Escalates critical issues to avoid compliance risks or penalties. - Validates budget entries and ensures modifications have been made appropriately according...