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Rutgers The State University Accounting Specialist in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Accounting Specialist
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department Office for Research
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Accounting Specialist for the Office for Research. As part of the Office for Research, this position will support the Director of Finance, Core Services and is responsible for financial analysis and review and support of centrally managed core facilities operations.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Supports the initial and biennial review process for all Rutgers research cores and service centers university wide.
  • Coordinates of financial and administrative support functions.
  • Ensures the accuracy of financial information and timely completion of financial reporting requirements of the department; ensuring compliance with operational policies and procedure.
  • Safeguarding departmental/university assets.
  • Assists in responding to recommendations of internal and external audits and other reviews.
  • Supports the Director of Finance in resolving RU Finance issues related to validation of recharge center models for core facilities.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 63518.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 79089.000
Annual Maximum Salary 94659.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in a financial/accounting function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, diplomacy and the ability to effectively interact and build trusted relationships.
  • Must have experience with Smartsheet or other similar database and project management software.
  • Experience analyzing financial statements and identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance professionals.
  • Proven ability to effectively organize and prioritize conflicting priorities, meet deadlines, and be a "change" agent to adopt new practices and procedures.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality with discretion.
  • Results driven, accepts and acts on all forms of feedback to effect change.
  • Demonstrates patience, reliability, composure and stability under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in fiscal and administrative duties of core facilities and knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200). Experience in Oracle Financial Management System and/or core facilities software solutions.
  • Experience in an academic/research environment.
  • Experience with federal and non-federal grants and contracts.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Equipment Utilized
  • Standard office equipment such as copiers, fax machines and scanners, Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Access), Smartsheet.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Office environment.
  • Occasional travel to other campuses.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1162
Posting Open Date 05/21/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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