Herc-Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

Position Summary:

• Coordinates and prepares grant/contract proposal documentation including budgets, funding proposals, subrecipient commitment forms, and other related material.
• Responsible for day to day accounting, purchasing, payroll, and bill payment functions.
• Oversees maintenance of financial records and accounts, monitoring accounts by reconciling on a frequent basis and making appropriate adjustments.
• Supports financial reporting of awards and provide adhoc reports as back-up.
• Provides assistance on miscellaneous accounting and administrative matters as needed.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• A minimum of two years of relevant grant administration profession experience in a financial/accounting function particularly in the area of grant management, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and in a professional/courteous manner when working with all constituents.
• Excellent computer skills and experience using software tools, such as Microsoft Word, Excel (pivot tables), Access, PowerPoint.
• Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong writing skills sufficient to draft correspondence that is clear and concise.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, responding flexibly and positively in all circumstances.
• Ability to interact and work effectively with a broad range of people, including but not limited to, Faculty, Staff, Students, Administrators, and any additional key points of contact.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Higher Education and/or knowledge of Rutgers University environment and sponsored projects administrative structure.
• Knowledge of Rutgers University policies, guidelines and processes.
• Experience with all Cornerstone applications, RAPSS, ECRT, and HCM/Payroll.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Office environment.

Posting Number: 22ST1676

Location: Rutgers University - New Brunswick