Accountant 2

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

This Accountant position administers and manages the financial, accounting, and post-award for the Department of Pharmacology. These duties encompass accounting, budgeting, post award grants administration and auditing functions. The specific fund types include include grants, contracts, trusts, gifts, Medical Foundation, overhead, trust and state funds. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to, project/program administration, organizing and planning research operations, communication with internal and external customers. This position serves and provides guidance to recognize long-term projections and goals for Principal Investigators and Core Directors. The position is fully involved in the budget planning process and the development of financial reports and billings. This position is responsible for meeting deadlines, auditing accounts to ensure agency compliance and analyzing all available funding resources to provide financial guidance to PIs and Directors.

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

The successful candidate must have the demonstrated ability to manage multiple shifting priorities while meeting and exceeding deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate and present financial information to Principal Investigators. Knowledge of and experience with accounting policies and procedures. The ability to independently prepare, disseminate, and interpret financial reports.

Four-year degree in accounting or finance. The successful candidate must have experience understanding and applying accounting principles and practices; must be able to verify and ensure accuracy and validity of complex financial transactions, examine accounting records to assure adherence to accounting standards and regulations, maintain and manage accounting records. Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Possess intermediate level knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively, and work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. Knowledge of UNC financial systems preferred.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.