CGU- Temporary Grant Accountant, Grants & Sponsored Research

Job Posting Location :

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title :

CGU- Temporary Grant Accountant, Grants & Sponsored Research

Job Description :

POSITION TITLE : Temporary Grants Accountant

This is a temporary, one-year appointment with the potential for extension based on institutional needs.

SALARY RANGE : $27.00- $31.00 HOURLY

Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation

Primary Purpose / General Description

Reporting to the Senior Grant Accountant, the Grant Accountant assists the Office of Finance and Administration in all grant monitoring administration, compliance, grant accounting, and financial reports of awarded grants through their final closing.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Grant accounting :

• Review invoices, requisitions and expense reports for appropriate spend categories
• Review transactions for compliance with University, State and Federal compliance
• Reconcile grant activity as recorded in Workday against subsidiary ledgers
• Research the causes of errors noted during the reconciliation process
• Review award for reporting and spending restrictions.
• Determine appropriate indirect cost base and rate.
• Ensure indirect cost rates and cost basis have been applied in accordance with grant agreement

Grants' assistance :

Reporting :

Close grants : Carry out grant closing reconciliation and corrections.

Provide compliance assistance :

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Preferred Criteria

In addition to the above prerequisites, the ideal candidate enjoys working collaboratively with staff and faculty and enjoys customer service-related experiences.

Qualification Standards

EDUCATION :

Bachelor's degree in accounting and / or Finance or any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.

EXPERIENCE :

One to five years' experience in accounting and / or grants and sponsored programs plus analytical ability and PC fluency including extensive knowledge of Excel. Experience in higher education is preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES : None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

None

REPORTS TO :

Senior Grant Accountant

GROOMING AND APPEARANCE :

Claremont Graduate University seeks to maintain a neat and professional image at all times.

HOURS :

The regular hours for this position are 8 : 30 a.m. until 5 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours may vary due to needs of the University or department. Must be willing to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.

CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS :

This is a temporary non-exempt, benefit-based, full-time, 12- month position.

Physical Activities

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Adjusting or moving objects up to __ pounds in all directions.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Communicating with others to exchange information.

☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers.

☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly

Operating machinery and / or power tools.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly

Environmental Conditions

Low temperatures.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

High temperatures.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Noisy environments.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Hazardous conditions.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Poor ventilation.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Small and / or enclosed spaces.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Physical Demands

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting / standing.

☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

☒ Never ☐ Occasionally ☐ Constantly

EEO Statement :

Claremont Graduate University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender and / or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, sex, age, sexual orientation, or physical disability or any other legally protected basis in its employment practice and in admission of students to educational programs and activities in accordance with the requirement of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title I of the American Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable laws. CGU is committed to affirmative action in employment practices regarding ethnic minorities, the physically challenged, Vietnam-era veterans, and women. This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of the employment position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of the employment position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others.

It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Successful completion of criminal background and DMV checks required for final candidate.