Research Accounting Specialist

Overview

The Research Accounting Specialist supports the financial management of sponsored projects from billing through closeout. This role involves preparing invoices and reports, monitoring outstanding payments, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date grant records. The position collaborates closely with sponsors and internal departments to resolve financial issues and provide supporting documentation. It also ensures that sponsored project activities comply with sponsor requirements, accounting standards, and institutional procedures.

This is a remote position within Texas.

Responsibilities

• Create invoices and financial reports for sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and deadlines.
• Review transactions, account balances, and backup documentation to identify discrepancies and determine if corrections are necessary.
• Update grant and financial information in relevant systems to keep records accurate and current.
• Communicate with sponsors regarding unpaid invoices and assist in resolving billing or payment issues.
• Collect and prepare supporting documents for sponsor inquiries, audits, and project closeouts.
• Maintain organized and complete financial records and documentation for future reference.
• Ensure financial activities adhere to institutional procedures, sponsor terms, and applicable accounting standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; four years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• No prior experience required if holding a Bachelor's degree.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a research academic setting or a comparable environment is a plus.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Location

Remote within Texas.