Research Accountant 1

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:
Four-year college degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of contract and grant procedures and ability to apply accounting practices.
• Strong knowledge of principles, concepts, and theories of accounting.
• Thorough understanding of key attributes in Oracle or similar Accounting System and its impact on reporting, billing, and recovering costs.
• Knowledge of Stanford research administration processes particularly post award research administration.*
• Experienced with OMB Uniform Guidance, Cost Accounting Standard (CAS), GAAP.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• Experienced with Oracle and/or Stanford systems.*
• Ability to independently diagnose and solve problems using sound judgment and decision-making abilities. 
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze accounting transactions and ability to reconcile financial information.
• Strong customer service skills. Work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with departments, various process partners in the university, and within the organization up/down/side levels.
• Act and behave in a constructive manner. Be positive. Set a good example for other staff.
• Extremely detail oriented, able to work well independently and knows when to escalate or seek assistance.
• Ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy under tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
• *Preferred but not required

Certifications and Licenses:
None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, seated work and use light/fine grasping.
• Occasionally use a telephone, stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, write by hand, sort, and file paperwork or parts. 
• Rarely lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May have occasional extended or weekend work hours during peak business cycles.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate. 

The expected pay range for this position is $85,332 to $100,750 per annum for hybrid positions. 

The expected pay range for this position is $60,464 to $89,470 per annum for remote positions.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You
 
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.