Senior Accounting Assistant - Social Work

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accounting Assistant to support Nevada Partnership in Training (NPT), a grant-funded program dedicated to advancing child welfare workforce development and training initiatives throughout Nevada. This position is located in Reno, NV. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. NPT has programs located in Las Vegas and Reno. This position provides advanced accounting, fiscal, and administrative support to ensure the accurate administration of grant funds in accordance with university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements. The Senior Accounting Assistant works closely with program leadership, the School of Social Work, and outside partners to support the day-to-day financial operations of the program while maintaining compliance with grant regulations and institutional policies. The position will lead as Office Manager. This position will coordinate meetings, maintain program files and records, and assist with administrative processes. Coordinate with program director, School of Social Work operations, and external partners regarding fiscal transactions, administrative activities, and grant administration. Assist with procurement, scheduling, correspondence, and other operational needs that support program objectives. Ensure timely processing of financial and administrative transactions while adhering to established deadlines.

Requirements

• Three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education

Nice To Haves

• Experience in LMS
• Nevada Box
• Workday
• Qualtrics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Canva
• Microsoft Office including Excel etc
• Grant Management: State and Federal

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting, fiscal, and administrative support functions for NPT.
• Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with sponsor, university, state, and federal guidelines.
• Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, travel reimbursements, and journal entries.
• Reconcile grant accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and expenditure forecasting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for audits and program reviews.
• Prepare and compile financial data for grant reports and internal reporting requirements.
• Lead as Office Manager.
• Coordinate meetings, maintain program files and records, and assist with administrative processes.
• Coordinate with program director, School of Social Work operations, and external partners regarding fiscal transactions, administrative activities, and grant administration.
• Assist with procurement, scheduling, correspondence, and other operational needs that support program objectives.
• Ensure timely processing of financial and administrative transactions while adhering to established deadlines.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Life insurance
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Retirement plan (PERS)
• Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED