*The University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, Dean’s Administration is currently seeking an Assistant Director of Accounting for the Office of Research Administration to manage the financial and administrative aspects of post-award grants, budgets, contracts and endowments and all accounting functions**.*The ideal candidate will work closely with faculty and researchers to ensure compliance with funding agency guidelines, manage proposal development, and provide strategic guidance throughout the proposal submission process.Act as a liaison between principal investigators (PIs), central administration, and funding agencies. Oversee complex, accounting functions for multi-investigator grants. The role also involves providing strategic guidance to departments, institutes, centers, and project PIs on financial accounting for research administration and compliance matters.The selected candidate will manage a wide range of finance and administrative functions in the area of research for the School.Act as an adviser to the senior management and manage a team of post award research staff.** Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the School conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond.** ** *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):* UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).*/ /* *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.* ** *UMB CORE VALUES* Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery ** *PRIMARY DUTIES* * Assist in the oversight of the school accounting functions, including the budget process, project billing, automation support and supervision of all professional and support personnel. * Assist in development of strategic direction to support the initiatives for a specific accounting function and operation of accounting systems, including gathering and reporting of financial information. * Manage the most complex accounting projects and develops projections to show the effects of proposed plans on cash and overall financial condition. * Develop, implement, and assure the adherence to standard accounting policies, procedures, and programs in order to assure cohesiveness and effectiveness. * Administer department's accounting functions including the development and maintenance of planning and budgeting systems, analysis and interpretation of trends requiring management’s attention, and presentation of findings and specific recommendations. * Lead the preparation and distribution of accurate financial statements and timely month-end, quarterly, and year-end close reports and financial information. Ensure reconciliations are completed timely and accurately. * Monitor, review and evaluate ongoing functional processes and controls, assessing needs and facilitating improvements. Develop metrics and perform quality assurance reviews to ensure the accuracy of daily ledger postings. * Ensure integrity and reliability of the financial accounting system. Work with principal investigators, faculty, or staff members to identify potential ledger discrepancies between financial system and departmental records. * Monitor internal accounting controls by ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures regarding internal, business, fiscal and operational accountability and compliance. * Develop, implement, and coordinate policies and procedures and segregation of duties among financial staff. * Develop critical financial path and project activities. Manage complex matters and resolve issues. * Prepare projections to show effects of proposed plans on cash and overall financial conditions. * Prepare operating and project budget drafts and monitors division/departmental budgets and reports any significant deviations from approved budgets. Direct the lifecycle tangible and intangible asset management plans. * Improve business with constraint analysis, target costing, capital budgeting, and cost of quality analysis. * Performs other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* *EDUCATION: *Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. ** *EXPERIENCE: *Six (6) years of accounting related experience using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. *SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:*Two (2) years of direct management involved in recruitment, training, and professional development of staff. *CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:*Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. *OTHER:* Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted. ** *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* Thorough knowledge of position requirements. Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements,regulations,andlaws.Skillineffectiveuseofapplicabletechnology/systems.Abilitytoeffectivelycommunicatebothverbalandwrittenthoughts,ideas,andfacts.Abilitytosupportamissionandstrategic vision. Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Skill in consultationandchangemanagement.Abilitytodemonstrate,understand,apply,andadheretotheUMB CoreValuesofRespectandIntegrity,Well-beingandSustainability,EquityandJustice,andInnovationand Discovery. ** *HIRING RANGE:*$116,000 - $125,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Pharmacy - Dean's Administration* **Title:** *Assistant Director of Accounting (Contracts & Grants - Post Award)* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000CQ*