Review accounts, perform high level expenditure review, create, approve and submit interim invoices ensuring contract and policy compliance.
Research and correct posting errors; prepare pre-approved batches or adjusting journal entries.
Ensure accurate recovery of F&A and complete ad hoc reports related to billing and account status.
Review and approve OHSU forms/invoices and identify potential cost transfers, alert Post-award Analyst.
Analyze newly executed subaward agreements; set up agreements in Oracle and resolve terms & conditions issues.
Input subaward invoice data into Oracle; generate and send activity report summaries and follow up as required.
Review subrecipient invoices for accuracy and authorization; investigate and follow-up via data queries.
Reconcile final invoices to subaward module and OGA; reconcile OGA accounting with subrecipients’ accounting.
Set up POs accounting for previous expenditures and indirect cost rates; maintain electronic files and OGA comments.
Monitor open accounts receivable, resolve payments, contact agencies, and work with departments to facilitate prompt payment.
Create and present monthly outstanding AR reports and recommend write-offs or process improvements to leadership.
Research, analyze, interpret and apply federal, non-federal, institutional and award specific policies; assess risk and ensure audit standards.
Provide superior customer service and maintain expertise in university research administration practices.
Meet established productivity goals and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Four years of general office or secretarial experience; OR An Associate’s degree or certificate in office occupations or office technology and two years of general office or secretarial experience; OR A Bachelor’s degree and two years of general office or secretarial experience; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment often with competing deadlines.
Ability to understand and interpret complex guidelines quickly and accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and maintain a high degree of professionalism in dealing with OHSU faculty, staff and external funding agencies.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Advanced experience using computerized spreadsheets, databases, and word processing applications.
Ability to exercise diplomacy and handle highly confidential matters in a discreet manner.
Ability to work in a changing environment, possess strong analytic/assessment skills, possess excellent organizational skills and be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deadlines with minimal supervision.
In-depth understanding of applicable guidance documents such as 2 CFR 200 and the NIH Grants Policy Statement.
Working knowledge of Federal, Non-Federal and Industry sponsored projects.
Advanced knowledge of concepts, policies, processes and regulatory requirements associated with the administration of sponsored projects agreements funded from extramural sources.
Preferred: 1 year of financial analysis experience that includes research finance.
Preferred: Experience in a university or college setting with post-award administrative responsibilities.
Preferred: Proficiency with utilizing multiple types of software, and web applications.