As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 910134 Orthopaedics Admin Support Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 107 H Compensation Range: $23.06 - $32.29 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** Performs professional accounting work at an operating level requiring knowledge and application of general accounting theory, techniques and practices and knowledge of the University accounting system. Work closely with the various levels of the University community to research, review, and reconcile various ledger accounts within UR Financials. Provides, in an independent manner, professional financial and administrative support to the Department of Orthopaedics & Physical Performance including the Center for Musculoskeletal Research (CMSR), under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment. Utilizes knowledge of the University accounting procedures to provide proper review and control over activity which impacts the financial records of assigned accounts (grants, clinical trials, operating, gift, endowment, etc.). Processes payroll-related paperwork for department. Interprets and applies University policies and procedures, granting agency fiscal policies, and department policies and procedures. This position will focus on the accounting and financial management for assigned Divisions in the department including the portfolio of grants, clinical trials, operating, gift and endowment accounts working in conjunction with the research administrator, division administrator and department financial leadership accordingly. Possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reconciles personnel expenditures by reviewing University ledgers/Cumulative Salary Reports. Utilizes excel-based encumbrance accounting system for reconciliation process, in conjunction with Cognos/UR Financials, myURHR, and other diagnostic tools. Prepares and submits personnel forms/salary distribution changes for processing. Tracks submission of payroll action forms and ensures HR system appropriately reflects planned distributions. Reconciles non-salary expenditures by reviewing University ledgers, Requests or Payment, Employee Expenses Reports and other supporting documentation. Reconciles checks, invoices & Notices of Award; and updates post award workbooks accordingly. Utilizes excel based shadow system for reconciliation process, in conjunction with Cognos/UR Financials, myURHR, and other diagnostic tools. Ensures transactions are in accordance with sponsor, university and departmental policies. Investigates any discrepancies and take corrective action as needed including preparation of journal entries. Serves as liaison between Office of Research and Project Administration (ORPA), Office of Research Accounting and Costing Standards (ORACS), Principal Investigator (PI) to provide all closeout information to all grants. Assist Finance Manager & Manager of Research with the inputting operating budgets in Axiom and updating the monthly endowment reports for review. Updates various spreadsheets on an ad-hoc and routine basis relating to ledger activity and financial projections utilizing Cognos, UR Financials, etc. Process journal entries/expense transfers as needed. Develops a variety of spreadsheets & reports on an ad-hoc basis; performs additional financial/accounting duties as needed. Reconciles the monthly IT statement & assists in tracking of computer and phone inventory. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required 1 year of professional accounting experience required Or an equivalent combination of education and experience required Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required. Position requires applicant to have strong Microsoft Office skills. The applicant needs to have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment within tight deadlines required. CLASP certified within two years of employment preferred. **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.