Account Administration Analyst I
Are you interested in working on a university campus?
Do you have experience administering a grant program or being a contract analyst?
Is providing excellent customer service important to you?
Do you enjoy building relationships while working with energetic colleagues?
If so, University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking to hire an Account Administration Analyst I (Analyst) who is a member of a team of professionals serving the grant and contract administration needs of Sac State faculty.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Act as lead fiscal administrator and primary contact for a diverse portfolio of accounts with expenditure activity totaling from $2 to $10 million per year
- Perform a variety of budget, fiscal analyses, and accounting functions
- Ensure compliance with policies in addition to federal and state government regulations and standards
- Act as a liaison for faculty with campus and auxiliary personnel, sub-recipients and/or subcontractors, federal grant officers, and state agency administrators
- Knowledge of and experience in reviewing contractual agreements or funding grants that reference federal, state, city or campus policies and regulations
- Provide customer service to clients, is self-directed, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Excel in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working as part of a team in a medium-size office on a university campus with other professionals
- Perform a variety of daily duties, including some clerical in nature, such as preparing correspondence and
completing forms
An accounting education is not required although experience working with budgets or performing routine financial functions like accounts payable/receivable are helpful. Candidates who have experience with diverse personalities and managing multiple projects concurrently such as working in a dental office with insurance claims, at a construction office working with vendors, in a procurement office or a legal office in various roles, or directly with grants typically transition well into a sponsored programs administration position.
UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Participation in CalPERS Retirement Program
- Paid Vacation Time – starting at 6.66 hours accrued/month
- Paid Sick Time – 8 hours accrued/month
- Paid Holidays – 13 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed
- Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
- Educational Assistance Program
Apply by Friday, May 21, 2021.
PAY RATE: $3,453 - $4,834 per month
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
- Self-directed with the ability to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work independently, function in a detail-oriented capacity, and respond effectively and with flexibility to changes in priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience with grants or contracts such as working for a sponsored program or project, writing grant proposals or contracts, or providing the administration of contract deliverables.
- Demonstrated understanding of financial records development, maintenance, and reporting; knowledge of the principles of accounting, budget development and maintenance.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret funder’s regulations, policies, and procedures in the administration of grants and contracts.
- Ability to research, analyze and interpret information and data including internal policies and procedures, using creativity and ingenuity to develop effective solutions to challenges and make recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in a clear and concise manner, verbally and in writing.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English; ability to read complex documents and to understand a wide variety of legal, financial, and administrative concepts.
- Demonstrated experience using word processing, spreadsheet, and email software such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn and operate specific software used for financial recording, tracking, and reporting of proposed and awarded grants and contracts.
- Demonstrated experience effectively communicating and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels of employees and/or customers while maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising tact and good judgment; ability to manage sensitive information and situations.
- Ability to function effectively as part of a team and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of students, faculty, community groups, and staff.
- Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and the use of various online software programs.
- Ability to maintain and improve skills and knowledge of the field through researching, reading, and
understanding a variety of materials and resources. - Knowledge of general human resources and payroll policies and procedures.
- Must pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting. Must continue to meet the established
standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a higher education or research environment.
- Experience with Superion ONE Solution software (formerly SunGard/Bi-Tech) or similar grants management software.
- Knowledge of California State University regulations used in or related to the administration of sponsored
programs or philanthropic accounts. - Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations regarding the administration and performance of grants and contracts and thorough knowledge and experience with federal regulations 2CFR200, OMB circulars A-133, A-110, A-21, and FAR.
Department Overview:
As a California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) non-profit business auxiliary, University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) creates and manages programs and services that enhance the University’s educational mission. SPA has two teams, Post-Award Administration and the California Intern Network (CAIN).
The California Intern Network is a full-service program within UEI that provides more than 1,500 college students the opportunity to work in their field of study while in school and apply what they’ve learned in a real-world work environment. The CAIN team provides services such as account administration, expenditure processing, budget management, compliance and audit oversight. The team works closely with HR and Payroll staff and serves as a liaison to clients helping them determine and fill their workforce needs with students. Clients are from state agencies, non-profit organizations, and private businesses throughout California. The Post-Award Administration team supports the research and sponsored activity efforts of University faculty and staff through the administration of grants and contracts funded by the federal and state government as well as private foundations and other organizations. The Post-Award Administration team provides services such as account management, expenditure processing, budget management, compliance and audit oversight, and serves as a liaison with funding agencies and various university and UEI offices.