Grant Accounting Manager, Office Of Sponsored Projects

The University of Texas at Austin

AUSTIN, TX, US
Base: $80,000 + ; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Fully remote
Sponsored research accounting
Grant billing and reporting
Financial data analysis
The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Grant Accounting Manager for its Office of Sponsored Projects, responsible for overseeing billing and reporting for a portfolio of grants. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in sponsored research accounting and a strong ability to manage a team while ensuring compliance with funding requirements

Job Summary

  • The Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) assists faculty and research staff with securing and managing external funding, including proposal review, award negotiation, account management, and close-out.
  • Responsibilities include leading grant billing and reporting for various awards, establishing billing standards, monitoring team workloads, and managing high-risk projects.
  • UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, and eligible for remote work with monthly in-person meetings.

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The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Grant Accounting Manager for its Office of Sponsored Projects, responsible for overseeing billing and reporting for a portfolio of grants. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in sponsored research accounting and a strong ability to manage a team while ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

Salary

Base: $80,000+; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • sponsored research accounting
  • grant billing and reporting
  • financial data analysis
  • team leadership and management
  • compliance with contractual terms

Nice-to-have

  • positive and inclusive team culture
  • customer-centric approach
  • process improvement identification
  • collaboration and feedback encouragement

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 5+ years sponsored research accounting experience
  • 4+ years budgeting, accounting, and reporting experience
  • Proficiency in Excel and various software
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Work Rights

Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis

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