Sponsored Projects Accountant

Job summary
The Accountant 4 is responsible for financial management of UCLA sponsored funds.Primary responsibilities include analyzing and reviewing expenditures, identifying potential compliance and/or policy violations, and preparing complex financial reports.The incumbent must have a broad knowledge of federal, private and state sponsor reporting requirements.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Manage UCLA sponsored funds from federal, state and local government sources, as well as nonprofit, private and corporate sponsors.• Ensure fiscal compliance with UCLA and sponsor policies.• Submit reports and invoices to sponsoring agencies in a timely manner.• Communicate concerns and financial issues to campus department personnel and Office of Contract and Grant Administration (OCGA) peers.• Facilitate resolution of post-award issues.• Prepare complex financial reports.• Ensure responsible stewardship in financial management of sponsored projects.• Assist in implementing process improvements and assessing staffing needs.• Promote the overall mission of the unit.• Carry out other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Well experience in a wide variety of complex operational matters.• Detailed understanding of various sponsoring agency requirements, UC policies, and OMB circulars A-21, A-110, and A-133.• Broad knowledge of federal, private and state sponsor reporting requirements.
Benefits
• UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, dental and optical benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, and various voluntary savings plans.• Special programs and privileges available, such as access to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.