Job Title: General and Grant Accountant

Location: Mayville State University, Mayville, ND

Compensation: Salary is to commensurate with level of training and experience, with a minimum $50,000 annually

Benefits: Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Who can apply: Internal/external candidates currently eligible to work in the United States. Mayville State does not offer visa sponsorships.

Description: This position provides accounting support for the Business Office:

• General Accounting:
  • Reconciliation of internal accounting software with external sources
  • Monthly closes
  • Cash management
  • Reporting for internal planning and budgeting as well as external users and auditors
  • Assist in the documentation of document policies, procedures, and processes relating to the entire accounting cycle of the University
  • Support internal and external audits as requested
• Grant Accounting:
  • Assist in the post award process of managing federal, state, private, and local grants and contracts
  • Manage grant files, indirect cost recovery (ICR) calculations, reconciling grant funds, invoicing, and interaction with internal customers
  • Provides oversight and assistance for the compliance and administration of pre/post award grant activity of private, state, and federal grants, including subcontracts
  • Ensure that the implementation of grant projects conforms to federal compliance regulations
  • Support the Grant Office Director with the completion of annual reports, budget modifications, subcontracts, forms, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and compliance to the Federal, State, and Private grants and contracts

Required Competencies:

• Has a teamwork/collaboration/pro-active attitude
• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrates organizational, managerial and communication skills
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• One year or more experience working in an office setting

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field or payroll certification
• Knowledge of Federal Grant Regulations
• Experience in fiscal management and payroll processes
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Applicants must upload the following materials to be considered fully:

Application review will begin as received and continue until filled

MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran's preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.

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