Grants Accountant

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The University of Wisconsin - Platteville invites applications for a Grants Accountant. This position performs complex accounting duties such as prepares and submits financial reports and invoices, monitors accounts receivable, processes payments and delivers training to others. The position also collaborates with campus representatives to monitor, analyze, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs, and interacts directly with project sponsors related to financial reporting, invoicing, payments, and auditing on behalf of the university to ensure compliance. The salary for this position is $55,000.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, interprets, and processes complex extramural award actions to ensure financial requirements per federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations are followed on behalf of the institution
• Audits and approves financial transactions such as sub-award invoices, PI transfers, refunds, payments, cost transfers and fiscal closeout of awards and projects
• Answers questions and advises campus stakeholders of correct processes and procedures for award management
• Prepares and analyzes financial reports and invoices, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts
• Works within Workday & RAMP systems to establish awards, review expenditures, issue invoices, manage accounts receivable, and process post award modifications-Interacts with State and Federal Grant management systems
• Completes monthly reconciliation and invoicing between the University and the UW-Platteville Foundation
• Works closely with campus and systems ORSP (Office of Research & Sponsored Programs)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or other related field.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of previous experience in finance or UW-system role or relevant coursework.

• Experience coordinating processes that involve multiple stakeholders and maintaining organized documentation and records.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Workday/RAMP.

• Experience working in higher education or another regulated environment.

• Prior knowledge of Federal and State Grant processes.

• Understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principals).

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications

• A current resume

Legal Notices and Important Information: 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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