Federal Cost Accounting Manager (Remote)

Overview

INDIANA UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF THE UNIVERSITY CONTR (UA-CTRO-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of the University Controller (UCO) provides leadership and guidance for financial compliance, systems, and services at Indiana University. We strive to be a leader in higher education by embracing financial best practices, continuous improvement and by creating a culture of respect, integrity, and collaboration. As an organization, we value knowledge and diversity in our people, thoughts, and ideas. While our department serves all 7 IU campuses, we are physically located on the Bloomington Campus.

Job Summary

The Manager, Federal Cost Accountant provides leadership for the development and oversight of cost compliance and cost policy, including the preparation of Indiana University's institutional Facilities and Administration (F&A) rate proposal.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Prepares the annual F&A rate using MAXIMUS' Comprehensive Rate Information System (CRIS). 
• Analyzes updated CRIS model to identify trends or issues that may have a material impact on either the F&A rate calculation or IPEDS reporting.
• Continuously analyzes and reviews university records and processes to assure compliance with applicable federal regulations related to F&A proposals.
• Works with the university's consultant to develop the federal F&A rate submission for negotiation. Provides support for the submission and negotiation with all applicable data, requests for information and required workpapers.
• Provides ongoing data and analysis to Controller's Office leadership regarding the institutional impact of potential changes to the F&A rate.
• Updates the space inventory and coordinates completion of the room function survey using WebSpace.
• Researches new/existing federal cost regulations to create/update research memos to document impact on the university.
• Recommends updates as needed to policies and standard operating procedures for Cost Accounting.
• Provides guidance to Recharge Accounting, recharge centers, and Office of Research Administration for compliance with applicable federal regulations and any related potential impact on the university's F&A rate.
• Calculates the annual blended fringe benefit rates for the university.
• Allocates applicable credits to grants and recharge centers.
• Calculates the amount of compensation of IU employees spent on lobbying activities for the quarterly Lobbying Report.
• Works on projects related to maximizing the F&A rate and maintaining compliance with Uniform Guidance.

General Responsibilities

• Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Performs highly complex accounting assignments requiring advanced professional experience, knowledge, and competency in GAAP.
• Develops and recommends complex accounting systems, methods, procedures, and controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
• Prepares, reviews, and provides interpretation of highly complex reports and analyses for manager and officers.
• Implements recommendations for improved operations.
• Oversees specialized accounting assignments including the preparation, analysis, and reporting of accounting transactions to ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.
• Provides guidance to lower-level accounting employees.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 8 years of relevant experience
• 3 years of experience using Comprehensive Rate Information System (CRIS)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or license eligible

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Analytical ability and a high level of numerical competence
• Proficiency in IT and advanced skill in using Excel to produce financial reports
• Ability to reconcile financial ledgers and process accounts payable/receivable
• Organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs. 

Advertised Salary

$92,000 - $95,000 per year based upon qualifications

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure. 

To apply, go to Careers (indiana.edu) and search for Job ID 310689 in Search Jobs text box.