Iowastate

Iowastate

Accountant III

Ames, IA · Mid · Full-time

No sponsorshipDetected 7 days ago
AccountingExcelHRHRISCustomer SupportResearchCommunicationTime ManagementMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • One position will be within the department of Sponsored Programs Accounting.
  • The second position will be split between the department of Sponsored Programs Accounting and Financial Accounting and Compliance.
  • The successful candidate will also work well with others as a team member and a provider of customer service; and will have excellent presentation skills for training seminars given to ISU staff.

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate for either position will have exceptional oral and written communication skills, organizational and time management skills, and the ability to comprehend and explain legal documents and regulations.
  • This position will manage the fiscal requirements of assigned contract and grants.
  • This position will also provide support to researchers and departmental administrative staff, including advising staff on applicable federal and state regulations and university policies; research various questions/issues and negotiate mutually acceptable solutions; and may also lead special projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Research Administration, or related field
  • Sponsored program experience
  • Fee for service experience
  • Workday experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
  • Experience in an accounting or finance related environment
  • For more information about the Iowa State Controller's Department, please visit: https://www.controller.iastate.edu/
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Compensation

  • Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Benefits

  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Wellbeing program

Equal opportunity

  • Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.
  • Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel.
  • 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
  • General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

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