Accountant I, Sponsored Programs Administration

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced
Accountant I, Sponsored Programs Administration at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public,
urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality
education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational
opportunities which

Position Purpose:

Record, review and correct financial information and documents to
maintain accurate accounting records and to verify accuracy and compliance with University policies and procedures. Work activities require
the application of involved practices and precedents as well as knowledge of accounting theory and principles.

Essential
Functions:

Maintain general and designated fund account records via computerized system. Monitor expenditures to assure accounts
are accurate and do not show a deficit. Post journal entries to accounts so that problem areas can be identified and addressed. Use standard
accounting theory and principles.

Assist administrative staff throughout the University maintain accurate accounting records
according to established policies and procedures. Work with administrators to determine proper course of action to prevent deficit
spending.

Prepare adjusting entries and year-end closing activities for review. Project year-end revenues and expenditures by
boardline based on information provided by upper management. Close out terminated accounts.

Prepare periodic reports on account
activities and status. Upon request, generate special reports used to project account revenues, expenditures and activities. Determine
proper format and report presentation based on information to be provided and report purpose.

Assist in preparation and maintenance
of grant and general fund budgets. Forecast revenues and expenditures, adjust proposals and account distribution accordingly. Ensure
compliance with University and agency policies and procedures regarding distribution and transfer of funds. Maintain contact with granting
agencies to ensure proper use of funding.

Participate in computer system testing and development. Provide information on system
requirements, create and run test data, note errors to be corrected; recommend changes as appropriate. Understand and evaluate interaction
between new system enhancements and current computing capabilities.

Perform related work as assigned.

THIS DESCRIPTION
IS INTENDED TO INDICATE THE KINDS OF TASKS AND LEVELS OF WORK DIFFICULTY THAT WILL BE REQUIRED OF POSITIONS THAT WILL BE GIVEN THIS TITLE
AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS DECLARING WHAT THE SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY PARTICULAR POSITION SHALL BE. IT IS NOT
INTENDED TO LIMIT OR IN ANY WAY MODIFY THE RIGHT OF ANY SUPERVISOR TO ASSIGN, DIRECT AND CONTROL THE WORK OF EMPLOYEES UNDER THEIR
SUPERVISION. THE USE OF A PARTICULAR EXPRESSION OR ILLUSTRATION DESCRIBING DUTIES SHALL NOT BE HELD TO EXCLUDE OTHER DUTIES NOT MENTIONED
THAT ARE OF SIMILAR KIND OR LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

This entry level classification requires
a grasp of the theory and principles of accounting along with an understanding of its practices and precedents to allow the incumbent to
maintain accurate account records and perform necessary transaction to these records. Work activities are specific in objective and content,
but require incumbent to search for solutions or new applications from within the accounting field. Incumbents provide guidance and
assistance to management, administrators and support staff within the department and elsewhere in the University. This classification is
typically located in the Division of Fiscal Operations and reports to and receives direction form a management level position
classification.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college of university with a degree in
accounting or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Some knowledge of applied principles of
accounting as used in public sector or governmental systems.

Analytical skills including report generation ability. Ability to
communicate effectively with others.

Some experience performing accounting functions on computerized systems.

Some knowledge
of FMS, FRS, GBS and PPS preferred.

Typically, incumbents have held internship or co-op positions for an accounting firm, or held
University accounting support positions, e.g. Accounting Specialist, Sr. Accounting Assistant,
etc.

School/College/Division:

H09 – Research
Primary Department:

H0912 –
Sponsored Program Administration
Employment Type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job
  category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum:$45,460
• Salary hire maximum:$54,547

Working Conditions:

Normal office
environment.
Job Openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No

Background
check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check,
including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background
check is required.