[Hiring] Senior Accountant - Grants @The University of Kansas Health System

Role Description

This position serves as the Senior Accountant supporting the Health System Finance Director. Is responsible for the accurate general ledger activity associated with grants, related reporting, and reconciliations. Ensures compliance with grant terms and conditions, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), sponsor regulations, and internal company policies and procedures. Supports and adheres to The University of Kansas Health System's Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Demonstrates competence in critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills with specialized expertise in grants and sponsored-program accounting.
• Manages assigned grants and financial responsibilities to support unit/team goals and sponsor requirements.
• Administers, directs, and allocates all organizational resources related to grant funding, developing strong partnerships with program leaders and grant stakeholders.
• Identifies areas for improvement and proactively addresses problems within scope of responsibility, escalating issues to leadership as needed.
• Recommends process improvements and implements approved changes with little direction.
• Takes a lead in assigned initiatives, seeing projects through from beginning to end.
• Prepares and processes assigned journal entries related to grant expenditures, reallocations, and accruals.
• Assists with the Month End close process including reconciliations and reporting deadlines.
• Prepares financial schedules, performs data analyses, coordinates report distribution, and manages miscellaneous projects including grant financial reports, invoices, and drawdowns.
• Manages the full lifecycle of assigned grants, including award and budget setup, financial monitoring, reporting, and closeout.
• Ensures compliance with grant terms and conditions, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), sponsor regulations, and internal policies.
• Reconciles grant records to the general ledger and supports audits and monitoring engagements.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3 or more years of general accounting experience.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience in healthcare, governmental, or nonprofit environment (preferred).
• 3 or more years of experience with SharePoint workflow optimization (preferred).

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - State Board of Accountancy.

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical skills to examine financial data and identify discrepancies.