Accountant I

University of Maryland, Baltimore • Baltimore, MD

12d • Remote

About The Position

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Office of Sponsored Projects Accounting and Compliance (SPAC) is currently seeking an Accountant I. This is a Remote Position. Benefits (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Primary Duties: Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbent could perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with a minimum of nine (9) credits in accounting.
• Working knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to apply basic analytical skills; to operate manual and automated office equipment, personal computers, and financial software to input data; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to prepare and present working papers and supporting documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Entry level to mid-level accounting knowledge of grants and contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review award documentation to identify key data elements and award terms and conditions, to ensure information is reflected accurately in the financial system.
• Preparation of refunds documentation due to sponsors.
• Monthly review and reconciliation of specific general ledger assets accounts.
• Monthly review of outstanding expired awards.
• Work with department and staff to identify ledger discrepancies in financial records and financial system.
• Correspond with departments to resolve questions and issues.
• Support management with special projects and workflow process improvements.
• Input and ensure information is reflected accurately in the financial system.
• Assist QA staff with accounting and auditing inquiries as needed and directed.
• Assist with the preparation of ad hoc reports.

Benefits

• UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of.
• This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire.
• Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees