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Cost Accounting, Assistant Program Manager
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Cost Accounting, Assistant Program ManagerJob Description
Our team in Research and Sponsored Programs Accounting directly impacts Notre Dame’s mission to be a force for good in the world by helping our campus partners achieve their goals and properly stewarding their resources. As with all things at the University of Notre Dame, we are looking for the exceptional: in our teamwork, accountability, integrity, leadership in excellence and leadership in mission.
Why this role?
This is the perfect place to take the next step in your accounting career, with plenty of opportunities for continued growth. You’ll be a part of a dynamic, collaborative team that aims to get better each day. You’ll be encouraged to try new things, think about creative solutions, ask really good questions, and make mistakes and learn from them. If you’ve been looking for a team that encourages independent work and empowers you to make decisions that are driven by the mission of the University, you’ve found it!
The hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote), a true work-life balance, our excellent benefits, and fun, caring team makes this accounting role perfect for you.
Does this sound like you?
You’re still early in your accounting and/or auditing career with a few years of experience under your belt, ready to make a career move. You’re familiar with GAAP, GAAS, and know how to research current regulations and guidance. You’re comfortable with financial and database software, and eager to learn new ones. In short, if you bring your excellent attention to detail, strong financial/accounting education, and some related experience with the willingness to learn, we will teach you the research and higher education aspects of this work!!
What you will do:
The Cost Accounting Assistant Program Manager will assist in the coordination of University-wide costing requirements related to research. Areas of involvement include annual Service Center cost studies, Facilities and Administrative (F&A) cost rate studies and proposals, preparation of annual Fringe Benefit rates proposal and financial oversight of Fringe Benefit and F&A cost recoveries.
Activities include (but are not limited to):
- Gather data to analyze fringe expense activity and prepare appropriate clearing entries throughout the year; analyze and calculate recharge rates for University Service Centers to ensure they are compliant with federal regulations.
- Provide financial oversight of transactional activity for Service Centers to include Procurement requisitions and journal voucher preparation and approvals.
- Perform reconciliations between systems to include AR reconciliation and depreciation review.
- Assist in the preparation of the University’s Facilities and Administration proposal process and annual Fringe Benefit Rates proposal process.
- Assist in the semi-annual effort reporting process: pull data; assess for accuracy; track PI responses to ensure compliance & follow up when needed.
- Assist in the analysis and distribution of F&A cost recoveries.
- Update costing policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements regarding Cost Accounting standards. Assist in the updates to the federally required Disclosure Statement (DS-2).
- Perform ad hoc projects, audits, and surveys as requested by Manager and Assistant Controller.
What makes Notre Dame special?
The people that work here often cite the great work culture, our distinctive mission, the opportunity to build a career, and our endless list of best-in-class benefits. Click here to learn more about what Notre Dame can offer you.
What’s next?
If this sounds like a position you would thrive in, and if the prospect of doing what you love for a University with a distinctive mission sounds like a place you want to call home – simply hit apply and tell us more! Still not sure? Click this link to schedule a 15 minute chat with a Notre Dame Talent Acquisition Associate.
Minimum Qualifications
- BA or BS in Accounting or Business, with a strong background in cost accounting and/or auditing coursework.
- One to two years of accounting or auditing experience.
- Knowledge of/familiarity with GAAP, GAAS, and ability to research and apply current regulations and guidance
- Experience in decision-making and analysis
- Proficiency in standard word processing, financial, and database software with ability to learn new programs when needed
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability and willingness to collaborate within the team and with key stakeholders on campus.
Preferred Qualifications
These additional qualifications may increase your ability to be seen as a top candidate, but are by no means required to be considered for the role:
- CPA or Master level business/accounting coursework.
- A working knowledge of federal administrative requirements and cost principles contained within the Uniform Guidance and CAS, applicable to higher education is also preferred.
Department
Research and Sponsored Progs Acct (47025)Department Website
controller.nd.eduFamily / Sub-Family
Fin Mgmt / Gnrl AccountingCareer Stream/Level
EIC 2 ProfessionalDepartment Hiring Pay Range
$50,000-$60,000, Commensurate with experiencePay ID
Semi-MonthlyFLSA Status
S1 - FT ExemptJob Category
Administrator/ProfessionalJob Type
Full-timeSchedule: Days of Week & Hours
Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
Schedule: Hours/Week
40Schedule: # of months
12Job Posting Date (Campus)
01/06/2023Job Posting Date (Public)
01/06/2023Job Closing Date
01/22/2023Posting Type
Open To All ApplicantsPosting Number
S23602Quick Link for Internal Postings
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