Fiscal Manager - Institute of Arctic Biology

University of Alaska System • Fairbanks, AK

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About The Position

The Institute of Arctic Biology (IAB) is seeking a full-time Fiscal Manager to join our Business Office. IAB supports over 150 faculty and staff conducting research throughout Alaska and the Arctic, supported by federal, state, and other external funding sources. As Fiscal Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the fiscal health of IAB. Working closely with the Director and Executive Officer, you'll manage IAB's budget, financial forecasting, and reporting. You'll be relied upon daily for fiscal oversight, such as compliance and approving expenditures; monthly for management reporting; and annually for continuation budget planning. This position supervises one staff member and is a part of IAB's Business Office, a cohesive team that supports IAB research through post-award management, human resources, procurement, and administrative support for our centers and programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 3 years of professional fiscal experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge in accounting systems.
• Proficient understanding of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles).
• Ability to supervise.
• Highly skilled in the use and creation of spreadsheets.
• Experience in data browser/report generating and project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage IAB's budget, financial forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure fiscal oversight, compliance, and approve expenditures.
• Prepare monthly management reporting.
• Conduct annual continuation budget planning.
• Supervise one staff member.
• Support post-award management, human resources, procurement, and administrative support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Full employee benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Retirement options.
• Annual leave.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition waivers for employees and family members.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree