Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The University of Michigan is a public research institution focused on education, research, the arts, and public service. The Research Administration Associate prepares initial financial reports for post-award accounting of grants and contracts, interprets procedures, validates financial information, and submits accurate reports to sponsoring agencies while supporting compliant research administration.
Responsibilities
- Preparing income statements, applying fund-accounting principles, and navigating the University’s financial systems
- Preparing initial financial reports for post-award accounting of grants and contracts
- Partnering closely with university departments to interpret procedures, gather and validate financial information, and prepare and submit accurate reports to federal and other sponsoring agencies by required deadlines
- Collaborates with colleagues to improve processes, maintain accurate records, and promote efficient, compliant research administration
Skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects, track deadlines, and maintain detailed records with accuracy
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity software (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, databases), Google suites, and communication applications such as Zoom
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate professionally with research community and external partners
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities for reviewing documents, identifying discrepancies, and supporting budget and compliance-related tasks
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, attention to detail, and confidentiality in handling research and institutional data
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field with 8 accounting courses
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement
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