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Manager of Cash Management and Collection - Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Georgetown University  

Job Overview

The Manager of Cash Management and Collection is responsible for cash management, collection and reporting of sponsored funds.

They are accountable for the federal letters of credit draw down to ensure compliance with the terms of sponsored awards and applicable laws and regulations, cash reporting to federal sponsors, and cash payments received from sponsors are accurately accounted for and that proper documentation is maintained within the University’s Financial System (GMS). 

As well, they monitor the sponsored projects accounts receivable listing and ensure complete collection of outstanding funds in support of accurate financial reporting; and act as a resource for the financial analysts and campus finance staff, providing information on cash receipts from sponsors and helping to ensure that operational responsibilities are fulfilled, policies are enforced and customer service goals are reached. They also work on special projects, as assigned.

Work Interactions

Reporting directly to the Director of Sponsored Projects Financial Operations, the Manager of Cash Management and Collection has direct reports and works daily with financial and Accounting Analysts, Principal Investigators, Grant Managers, Department Administrators, Office of Sponsored Projects and Office of Sponsored Research, administrators, federal agencies, other government organizations, and private sponsors. 

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree - preference for an MBA5 to 7 years of specific work experience with grants and contractsFamiliarity with Letter of Credit draws and reportingAbility to manage staffDemonstrated knowledge and skills in computerized financial softwareDemonstrated understanding of research administration processesKnowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance, and with federal agency and external sponsor accounting and reporting requirementsKnowledge of complex accounting system.  Strong oral and written communication skillsStrong accounting and Microsoft Office skills, and attention to ion to detail

Work Mode: 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 and AAP positions can be found at Mode of Work Designation.

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Submission Guidelines:

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.