Post Award Accountant

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Post Award Accountant supporting financial management of sponsored programs for biomedical research at UW–Madison. Collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management of sponsored programs, including post-award accounting and compliance with regulations. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for reviewing financial expenditures and advising on fiscal transactions.

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Sponsored Grant Financial ManagementPost-Award AccountingFinancial ReportingRegulatory ComplianceCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Financial ManagementBudget ManagementInvoicingAuditingProcurement Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingAttention to DetailCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

Industry Keywords

Sponsored ProgramsHigher Education ComplianceFederal RegulationsState RegulationsNon-Federal Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepares and processes financial reporting and/or invoicing information
Assists principal investigators with financial management of sponsored program budgets and directs day-to-day fiscal transactions
Serves as subject matter expert to leadership, staff, and institutional stakeholders regarding sponsored programs accounting and financial operations, policies and procedures
Advises departments or researchers on appropriate post-award modifications
Provides expertise and advice related to procurement and allowable charges
Audits and approves subaward invoices
Reviews financial expenditures for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of one year of experience in sponsored grant financial management, post-award accounting, and compliance with higher education, government, or other highly regulated environments.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university, state, federal, and non-federal sponsored programs rules and regulations.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to think critically and solve problems
Ability to make independent decisions and use good judgment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Associate Degree preferred; focus in business, finance or accounting

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous vacation
holidays
sick leave
competitive insurances and savings accounts
retirement benefits