Wayne State University
Accountant I, Sponsored Programs Administration
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Accountant I, Sponsored Programs Administration
Apply for the Accountant I, Sponsored Programs Administration role at Wayne State University. This position is located at the Detroit campus.
Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high‑quality education.
Base Pay Range Annual Salary: $45,460.00 – $54,547.00 per year.
Position Purpose Record, review and correct financial information and documents to maintain accurate accounting records and to verify accuracy and compliance with University policies and procedures. Work activities require the application of involved practices and precedents as well as knowledge of accounting theory and principles.
Essential Functions
Maintain general and designated fund account records via computerized system.
Monitor expenditures to assure accounts are accurate and do not show a deficit.
Post journal entries to accounts so that problem areas can be identified and addressed.
Use standard accounting theory and principles.
Assist administrative staff throughout the University to maintain accurate accounting records according to established policies and procedures.
Work with administrators to determine proper course of action to prevent deficit spending.
Prepare adjusting entries and year‑end closing activities for review.
Project year‑end revenues and expenditures by boardline based on information provided by upper management.
Close out terminated accounts.
Prepare periodic reports on account activities and status.
Generate special reports used to project account revenues, expenditures and activities upon request.
Determine proper format and report presentation based on information to be provided and report purpose.
Assist in preparation and maintenance of grant and general fund budgets.
Forecast revenues and expenditures, adjust proposals and account distribution accordingly.
Ensure compliance with University and agency policies and procedures regarding distribution and transfer of funds.
Maintain contact with granting agencies to ensure proper use of funding.
Participate in computer system testing and development, providing information on system requirements, creating and running test data, noting errors to be corrected, and recommending changes as appropriate.
Understand and evaluate interaction between new system enhancements and current computing capabilities.
Perform related work as assigned.
Additional Comments This entry‑level classification requires a grasp of the theory and principles of accounting along with an understanding of its practices and precedents to allow the incumbent to maintain accurate account records and perform necessary transactions. Work activities are specific in objective and content, but require the incumbent to search for solutions or new applications from within the accounting field. Incumbents provide guidance and assistance to management, administrators and support staff within the department and elsewhere in the University. This classification is typically located in the Division of Fiscal Operations and reports to and receives direction from a management‑level position classification.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Some knowledge of applied principles of accounting as used in public sector or governmental systems.
Analytical skills including report generation ability; ability to communicate effectively with others.
Some experience performing accounting functions on computerized systems.
Some knowledge of FMS, FRS, GBS, and PPS preferred.
Typically, incumbents have held internship or co‑op positions for an accounting firm, or held University accounting support positions, e.g., Accounting Specialist, Sr. Accounting Assistant, etc.
School/College/Division H09 – Research
Primary Department H0912 – Sponsored Program Administration
Employment Type
Regular Employee
Job type: Full Time
Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding / Salary Information
Compensation type: Annual Salary
Salary minimum: $45,460
Salary hire maximum: $54,547
Working Conditions Normal office environment.
Job Openings
Number of openings: 1
Reposted position: No
Background Check Requirements University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal Opportunity The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.
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Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high‑quality education.
Base Pay Range Annual Salary: $45,460.00 – $54,547.00 per year.
Position Purpose Record, review and correct financial information and documents to maintain accurate accounting records and to verify accuracy and compliance with University policies and procedures. Work activities require the application of involved practices and precedents as well as knowledge of accounting theory and principles.
Essential Functions
Maintain general and designated fund account records via computerized system.
Monitor expenditures to assure accounts are accurate and do not show a deficit.
Post journal entries to accounts so that problem areas can be identified and addressed.
Use standard accounting theory and principles.
Assist administrative staff throughout the University to maintain accurate accounting records according to established policies and procedures.
Work with administrators to determine proper course of action to prevent deficit spending.
Prepare adjusting entries and year‑end closing activities for review.
Project year‑end revenues and expenditures by boardline based on information provided by upper management.
Close out terminated accounts.
Prepare periodic reports on account activities and status.
Generate special reports used to project account revenues, expenditures and activities upon request.
Determine proper format and report presentation based on information to be provided and report purpose.
Assist in preparation and maintenance of grant and general fund budgets.
Forecast revenues and expenditures, adjust proposals and account distribution accordingly.
Ensure compliance with University and agency policies and procedures regarding distribution and transfer of funds.
Maintain contact with granting agencies to ensure proper use of funding.
Participate in computer system testing and development, providing information on system requirements, creating and running test data, noting errors to be corrected, and recommending changes as appropriate.
Understand and evaluate interaction between new system enhancements and current computing capabilities.
Perform related work as assigned.
Additional Comments This entry‑level classification requires a grasp of the theory and principles of accounting along with an understanding of its practices and precedents to allow the incumbent to maintain accurate account records and perform necessary transactions. Work activities are specific in objective and content, but require the incumbent to search for solutions or new applications from within the accounting field. Incumbents provide guidance and assistance to management, administrators and support staff within the department and elsewhere in the University. This classification is typically located in the Division of Fiscal Operations and reports to and receives direction from a management‑level position classification.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Some knowledge of applied principles of accounting as used in public sector or governmental systems.
Analytical skills including report generation ability; ability to communicate effectively with others.
Some experience performing accounting functions on computerized systems.
Some knowledge of FMS, FRS, GBS, and PPS preferred.
Typically, incumbents have held internship or co‑op positions for an accounting firm, or held University accounting support positions, e.g., Accounting Specialist, Sr. Accounting Assistant, etc.
School/College/Division H09 – Research
Primary Department H0912 – Sponsored Program Administration
Employment Type
Regular Employee
Job type: Full Time
Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding / Salary Information
Compensation type: Annual Salary
Salary minimum: $45,460
Salary hire maximum: $54,547
Working Conditions Normal office environment.
Job Openings
Number of openings: 1
Reposted position: No
Background Check Requirements University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal Opportunity The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.
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