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Job Overview
The Manager of Financial Reporting and Quality Control supports the Senior Director, Sponsored Projects Financial Operations (SPFO) in leading the quality assurance efforts related to award setup, financial reporting, invoicing, and closeout of sponsored projects. This position will ensure financial related information is accurately accounted for and proper documentation is maintained within the University’s Financial System (GMS). The Manager of Financial Reporting and Quality Control directs day-to-day accounting and reporting operations and oversees the monthly reporting and invoicing processes to ensure compliance with the terms of the awards and applicable laws and regulations. Also acts as a team leader for the Financial Analysts team, and as a resource to the faculty, principal investigators, and finance staff, providing guidance and training in the administration of sponsored agreements and to ensure that operational responsibilities are fulfilled, policies are enforced and customer service goals are reached.
Work Interactions
The Manager of Financial Reporting and Quality Control assists the Associate Director, Compliance and Cost Analysis on annual Uniform Guidance Audit as well as any sponsor site visits and desk reviews. The Manager of Financial Reporting and Quality Control will review grant related general ledger accounts; assist General Accounting Office (GAO) on monthly close. The Manager of Financial Reporting and Quality Control also works on special projects, as assigned, and will have direct reports under its supervision.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required
Five to eight years of accounting and analysis experience
Five years of experience working directly with grants and contracts
Previous work in university or hospital setting with a medical research facility
Knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance, federal agency, and external sponsor accounting and reporting requirements
Knowledge of complex accounting system
Strong accounting and analytical skills; pay attention to details
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in computerized financial software
Demonstrated understanding of research administration processes
Knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance [2 CFR 200] and its predecessors OMB Circulars A-110, A-21, A-133, A-122; FAR, PHS Guidelines, DS2 regulations, private agency guidelines, costing principles, and University procedures
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituents
Proficiency in end user applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
Accounting major
Public Accounting firm work experience
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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EEO Statement:
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
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