• Job Description

  Req#: R0055557

  Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com , then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.
  
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  Closing Date:

  05/21/2024

  
  Type of Position:

  Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

  
  Job Type:

  Regular

  
  Work Shift:

  Sponsorship Available:

  No

  
  Institution Name:

  University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

  
  The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
  

  UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

  Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

  The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

  Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

  All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

  At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
  

  For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .

  
  Department:

  CPH | DO Finance & Administration

  
  Department's Website:

  
  Summary of Job Duties:

  Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Administration and Finance in the COPH along with a close working relationship with the Director and staff of Grants Accounting, the Associate Research Finance Director provides leadership in reviewing the financial transactions for the College, analyzing reports and recommending procedures designed to enhance research finance and program operations. Along with the Assistant Dean, the Associate Research Finance Director assists with day-to day financial operations of the College as well as all post award management of the College’s growing grant portfolio (estimated at $20M). The position may represent the division and/or department with internal and/or external administrative affairs.

  
  Qualifications:

  Bachelor's degree plus six (6) years of experience in finance and administration in an academic medical setting required.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite of programs.

  • Basic accounting knowledge.

  • Experience using Workday financial reporting.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree.

  • Experience in a grants/sponsored program-related group such as OSPAN or as a Department Administrator.

  • Grants Management Program certification.

  • Advanced accounting knowledge.

  • General understanding of grants accounting.

  • Knowledge of UAMS Workday reports and UAMS purchasing.

  
  Additional Information:

  Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the College’s senior Cost Center Manager, responsible for the review and approval of the College’s purchase requisitions, journal entries, and travel expense reports in WD.

  • Process Foundation PARs and the biannual time and effort certifications.

  • Maintain rolling projections of grant and contract activity including analyses of potential marginal expenses.

  • Monitor actual expenditures as compared to budget for all levels: College, departments, programs, and cost centers.

  • Liaison with Grants Accounting as the College’s grant portfolio manager, currently estimated at $20M.

  • Responsible for all grants from the Notice of Award to the award close.

  • Coordinate the account set-up facilitator in Workday.

  • Facilitate kick-start meetings for all new awards in the College and provide leadership to all Principal Investigators (PIs) and department admin in providing monthly reports and guidance in understanding them and processes needed to assist in managing their grants.

  • Perform costing allocation changes, payroll accounting adjustments, journal entries, and accounting adjustments, budget revisions, and cash management/invoicing for grant sub-awards.

  • Manage cash receipts and manage an aging report with less than 20% open over 120 days.

  • Provides leadership and support to departments in understanding grant reporting and managing open encumbrances.

  • Maintain an active role as an Alumni in the UAMS Grants Management Certification Program and if budget is available, plan on attending the NCURA Financial meetings annually.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  Salary Information:

  Salary commensurate with education and experience.

  
  Required Documents to Apply:

  Resume

  
  Optional Documents:

  
  Special Instructions to Applicants:

  Applicants must upload a current resume to be considered for the position.

  
  Recruitment Contact Information:

  Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

  
  All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

  
  Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

  No Background Check Required

  
  This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

  
  Constant Physical Activity:

  N/A

  
  Frequent Physical Activity:

  Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking

  
  Occasional Physical Activity:

  Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping

  
  Benefits Eligible:

  Yes

• About the company

  The University of Arkansas is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

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