Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant has a broad range of accounting duties related to the management of all externally sponsored grants and contracts. Reviews and approves all expenses for a grant. Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports for submission required by the agencies and the university as requested. Analyzes the grant at the end of the period of performance and completes the closeout of a grant. Works independently as well as interfaces effectively with the faculty, administrators, and outside agencies. Cross trained with other Senior Accountant to perform their duties during an absence.

- Reviews and approves all grant expenditures: purchase requisitions, travel expense reports, check requests, cost transfers, and labor requests. Ensures compliance and verifies adequate funds are available. 

- Responsible for the closeout of a grant and submits final financial reports. Distributes 30, 60 and 90-day closing notifications.Assists PI with the process of final spending.

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