Accounting Administrator Salary in Tennessee, USA

Construction Administrator At I.C. Thomasson Associates, Inc, A Salas O'Brien Company we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us:Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Job Summary: ICT's Nashville office is looking for a personable Construction Administrator to join our team! The right candidate will provide all construction administration services for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical systems designed by ICT for various projects.Responsibilities:Interacts with owners, contractors, architects, and regulatory agencies.Keeps ICT Project Managers and Engineers informed on progress of project.Perform onsite observation of construction progress.Develop periodic reports related to construction progress and project site conditions.Assist project engineers with problem solving of construction issues.Utilize basic calculations in resolving construction related issues.Qualifications:Minimum of high school or GED diploma. An engineering degree is not necessary, but a technical or construction-related education would be recommended. However, construction experience would be considered in lieu of education.Knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical trades is preferred.Position will require time at different job sites working with clients and contractors.Must be able to travel.Benefits:Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering skills.Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering networking opportunities.Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.Competitive compensation package.Location: Based out of our Nashville, TN officeTravel: 40-50%Equal Opportunity Employment StatementSalas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

About Us: iFixit is the nexus of a global community showing people how to fix the things they own. We believe that we can make the world better by empowering people to take control of the things they own. We are the world's foremost experts in repair, and we've set the gold-standard for online repair documentation. Every day we help thousands of people fix their stuff, and we're on a mission to help millions more. Job Responsibilities:Manage and maintain business information system including ERP (NetSuite), iPaas (Celigo), WMS (RF-Smart) and all other applications supporting the business, including their configurations, customizations, and integrations.Collaborate with various departments to optimize system functionality for Accounting and Operations processes.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure smooth operation of the system.Implement and manage system upgrades and enhancements.Provide training and support to end-users on NetSuite best practices.Build and maintain reports to support the business and to ensure appropriate control and integrity of data.Help iFixit change the world forever.Contribute to, and keep up with, our rapid-paced environment.Win the hearts and souls of the world over to repair.Maintain our high quality standards with an obsessive attention to detail.Being awesome. Job Requirements:Experience working with teams on optimization, workflows, automations.Experience participating in new functionality implementation.Must know NetSuite (or similar ERP) and, ideally, Celigo.Background on iFixit:We are the leading internet destination for repair, and the champions of the Right to Repair political movement. Our work is reshaping the electronics industry, and manufacturers are rapidly shifting to build repair supply chains. We're going to provide the logistics and technology they need to do so.iFixit is an ambitious organization: We are an e-commerce company, a how-to instruction publisher, a tool maker, and a public advocate.We provide repair supply chain support to Microsoft, Google, Motorola, Samsung, Logitech, and more. We provide technician training for Home Depot's power tool rental fleet. iFixit is the largest online resource for hospital equipment repair information. And more!Our ambition is nothing short of making repair the default behavior for society. We are a catalyst shifting the world to a circular economy, and we need your help to do it.iFixit's Expansion to Chattanooga:Our roots are in the California technology startup world, but our passion is tinkering. We are thrilled to be joining the making and manufacturing culture of Tennessee.We are excited to be building our eastern distribution hub and headquarters. We are building a 50,000 square foot flagship location blocks from downtown in the historic Onion Bottom neighborhood on 12th street. The facility will be operational in late Spring, and we are hiring the startup team now.Read more about our plans.iFixit is an awesome place to work. Here are some of our perks:A career where you will be actively working to make the world better.A repairable laptop, and any software you need.Full benefits package. Employer-paid health insurance through Anthem Blue Cross including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Plus a stipend toward coverage for your dependent(s).401k plan with 4% employer match.Flexible vacation time + paid holidays.Dependent Care FSA.Generous stipends towards repair & wellness.$400 towards a bike or alternative method of transportation.A sweet pair of headphones to get your head in the game.Team member discounts on parts and tools.Charitable contribution matching! We'll 100% match your tax deductible contribution.Diversity Statement:When you go to a website like iFixit and scroll through the guides, it's easy to forget that there are tons of real people keeping all those bits and bytes running smoothly. But there are literally dozens of us! We're a diverse team, split between two continents-but we're united by a love of tinkering and repair.iFixit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Because we are trying to everyone to fix every thing, we need a team as diverse as our online community. We believe that it takes people of all backgrounds to help us fix the world. Therefore, iFixit does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any of the other important characteristics that make us unique and valuable. iFixit participates in E-Verify.iFixit is committed to creating a diverse team-not only in who we hire-but through creating a supportive environment for all of our team members based on mutual respect and inclusivity.

To be considered for a fully remote position, the candidate must have 2-4 years of audit/accounting experience, Venture Debt / Credit Funds experience and be able to work PST hours. Candidates in the SF Bay area have the option to go into the office once or twice a week. Voy is recruiting a Senior Fund Accountant / Financial Analyst position for the Venture Debt division of a top-tier investment manager in the San Francisco Bay area. The fund is over $2b AUM and the team is preparing for a fundraise within the next 12 months. This is a dynamic opportunity with responsabilities across accounting, valuations, FP&A, process improvement and investor relations / fundraising. Responsibilities:Learn and Lead: Understand our venture debt funds business to effectively supervise, coach, and train others, including third-party administrator personnel, on finance and accounting processes.Fund Accounting Coordination: Oversee day-to-day fund accounting activities with our third-party administrator. Review fund transactions and limited partner reports for venture debt funds.Cash Forecasting and Management: Handle periodic cash forecasting, execute capital calls and distributions, and manage borrowings and repayments for our capital call line of credit.Investment Transactions: Collaborate with the third-party administrator, investment team, and operations team to process investment transactions.Debt Facility Reporting: Assist the Finance Manager in reporting to third-party capital providers.Quarterly Reporting: Review quarterly reports to fund investors, including GAAP financial statements, performance reports, and LP capital statements.Investment Valuations: Support the Finance Manager with quarterly investment valuations.Financial Reporting Controls: Own and execute financial reporting controls for the funds.Fundraising Support: Participate in fundraising efforts, including preparing diligence materials, reviewing legal documents, and facilitating fund and investor onboarding during fund closing.Policy Implementation: Recommend and implement policy changes to comply with GAAP and regulatory requirements.Annual Audits and Tax Compliance: Assist with annual audits and tax compliance.Limited Partner Correspondence: Assist with limited partner correspondence.Requirements:BA in Accounting, Finance or related field 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience Public Accounting and CPA license preferred Experience with Private Equity, Credit Funds, Venture Debt, BDCs or Hedge Funds required

DESCRIPTIONThe Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) Relay Account Support (RAS) team is in search of a dedicated Program Administrator to expand our team's scope and ensure top-notch customer service for our carrier partners. The primary goal is to oversee programs supporting our carrier services teams in resolving disputes, processing relay One-Time Payments, and managing weekly US trailer toll recovery claw backs. This role will involve close collaboration with stakeholders and senior leaders to streamline internal processes, enhance efficiency, and continually improve productivity in the payment disputes business.Key job responsibilities• Gather and assess weekly trailer-toll data to identify accuracy and claw-back opportunities.• Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to review and execute One-Time Payment initiatives.• Drive business process enhancements and improvements.• Monitor and progress cost-saving initiatives through internal audits for dispute case management.• Coordinate and engage in meetings with vendors and cross-functional teams.• Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders.• Generate required weekly reports for controllership purposes.• Works independently with the appropriate stake holders for minimize and prevent fraudulent activity.• Mentoring and coaching members of the payment disputes team. • Update and generate Statements of Work (SOW) and input data into the STAR system for payment disputes.• Resolve payment disputes during peak and prime business periods.A day in the lifeA day in the life of a Program Administrator entails close collaboration with the Payment Disputes Senior Manager to ensure the timely and precise completion of specialized projects in the payment disputes domain. They innovate and streamline current processes to enhance sustainability and deliver superior outcomes to customers. This role centers on payment disputes, trailer-toll recovery, and one-time payments, with expanding opportunities for future scope based on relay's business needs.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s Degree or two years of Amazon experience- 2+ years of procurement/logistic experience, or equivalent professional or military experience- 2+ years of experience with Excel and SQL- Familiarity with procurement tools e.g. COUPA, FinOps CentralPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience as a transportation customer/provider- Strong written and oral communication skills- Proficiency in Lean and Six Sigma- Experience in manufacturing, customer service, and/or distribution environments- Experience working in Dispute Management, Accounting/Finance, or a role involving payment management- Experience with Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etcAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

DescriptionAdministrative Staff Assistant - Accounting and Information Management Department Haslam College of BusinessRegular Full-Time, Market Range 4The Haslam College of Business (HCB) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for an Administrative Staff Assistant (Full-time, Non-exempt) in the Accounting and Information Management (AIM) department. Reporting to the Assistant Department Head, this position exists to take a lead role in executing various daily operational activities of the office, particularly tasks related to clerical/administrative assistance to department faculty and student organizations (as well as administrators when the lead staff person is not available). This staff person also participates in the planning and execution of departmental events, supports alumni/recruiter/guest relations, and supervises/coordinates student office worker personnel.QualificationsResponsibilities:Manage daily operations of department with emphasis on providing assistance to faculty, senior administrative personnel, and student organizations. Key operational tasks include (but are not limited to):Create travel requests and processing travel reimbursements for facultyKeep faculty informed about fiscal and travel policies and enforce complianceMaintain travel expense dataSupervise student workersAssist with graduate and undergraduate program activitiesSupport student organization projects and eventsProcess department invoices and petty cashCoordinate conference room space and room reservationsMaintain computer inventory recordsMonitor supply/equipment inventoryProctor quizzes/exams when needed, including delivering exams to SDS when requestedSupervise new employee on-boarding processOther duties as assignedWelcome guests and maintain relationships with key external parties (e.g., alumni, recruiters, guest speakers). Key relationship building tasks include (but are not limited to)Make travel arrangements and process travel reimbursements for guest travelers Order parking passes for guests as neededRespond to telephone, email, and in-person department inquiries from students, staff, faculty, alumni, and others as appropriateContinuously monitor and update AIM Alumni Linked In pageMaintain current alumni dataAssist lead department staff person with planning and execution of department special events.  These events typically include Advisory Roundtable, Meet the Firms events, Student Stars/Recognition events, Field Day and other student engagement activities, Annual Alumni Tailgate, Annual Alumni Banquet, Discover Accounting and other events for high school students, Tennessee Accounting Research Symposium, and Neel Corporate Governance Center events, and other special events as needed by the Department.Qualifications: Required Qualifications and Experience: High school diploma requiredMinimum 5 years of customer service experienceDesired Qualifications and Experience: Associate’s degree preferredExperience working with diverse populationsWorking knowledge of university policies, procedures, and systemsExperience in an academic administrative atmosphere strongly desiredExperience in organizing and managing functions and events that promote the department, college and universityExperience handling multiple requests from multiple constituents simultaneously WHO WE’RE LOOKING FORWe are looking for a service minded, detailed oriented, dependable staff professional who is able to work individually and as a team member. The employee should have a proactive mindset and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Required:Extensive knowledge and overview of department and programs, and university policies and proceduresStrong computer skills, particularly with personal productivity software (word processing, email, spreadsheets, web browsers, file sharing sites, electronic meeting software such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams) and UT's administrative system (currently IRIS)Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skillsAbility to produce high quality, corporate quality and professional work and to deliver upon commitmentAbility to manage change and be flexible in an ever-changing and fast paced academic environmentExcellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail (with minimum supervision)Ability to document work processes and to communicate work progress/updates in writingAbility to be a self-starter, willing to take initiativeAbility to maintain confidentiality in job rolePreferred:Ability to learn new technologies, systems and procedures as needed. Ability to work autonomously or effectively in a group.Application Process: The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/ClericalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Accounting And Information ManagementSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 20, 2024, 10:26:55 AM

DESCRIPTIONThe Amazon Transportation Services (ATS) Relay Account Support (RAS) team is in search of a dedicated Program Administrator to expand our team's scope and ensure top-notch customer service for our carrier partners. The primary goal is to oversee programs supporting our carrier services teams in resolving disputes and processing relay One-Time Payments. This role will involve close collaboration with stakeholders and senior leaders to streamline internal processes, enhance efficiency, and continually improve productivity in the payment disputes business.Key job responsibilities• Gather and assess weekly trailer-toll data to identify accuracy and claw-back opportunities.• Collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders to review and execute One-Time Payment initiatives.• Drive business process enhancements and improvements.• Monitor and progress cost-saving initiatives through internal audits for dispute case management.• Coordinate and engage in meetings with vendors and cross-functional teams.• Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders.• Generate required weekly reports for controllership purposes.• Works independently with the appropriate stake holders for minimize and prevent fraudulent activity.• Mentoring and coaching members of the payment disputes team. • Update and generate Statements of Work (SOW) and input data into the STAR system for payment disputes.• Resolve payment disputes during peak and prime business periods.A day in the lifeA day in the life of a Program Administrator entails close collaboration with the Payment Disputes Senior Manager to ensure the timely and precise completion of specialized projects in the payment disputes domain. They innovate and streamline current processes to enhance sustainability and deliver superior outcomes to customers. This role centers on payment disputes, trailer-toll recovery, and one-time payments, with expanding opportunities for future scope based on relay's business needs.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s Degree or two years of Amazon experience- 2+ years of procurement/logistic experience, or equivalent professional or military experience- 2+ years of experience with Excel and SQL- Familiarity with procurement tools e.g. COUPA, FinOps CentralPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience as a transportation customer/provider- Strong written and oral communication skills- Proficiency in Lean and Six Sigma- Experience in manufacturing, customer service, and/or distribution environments- Experience working in Dispute Management, Accounting/Finance, or a role involving payment management- Experience with Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etcAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

DescriptionTitle: Senior Research Accountant 1 - Hiring for multiple positionsDepartment:  Division of Research Administration (DRA) office as a part of the Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development·         Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Pay grade TBD.   Job Summary/Essential Job FunctionsThis position serves as an Accountant Level I in the Division of Research Administration (DRA).  This department provides financial administrative service to the research community for post-award functions as part of the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development.  Sponsored project and agency fund expenditures financially reported and collected by this unit totaled $468M in FY2023.  Accountants within DRA are responsible for the financial management of millions of dollars per individual portfolio; financial compliance reviews; submitting financial reports; providing financial guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments; serving as financial point of contact with outside sponsors; and accounts receivable collections.  This is a very fast-paced, high volume environment in which one must be able to manage multiple deadlines; exercise good judgment and decision making skills; apply knowledge of UT fiscal policy, federal regulations, and sponsors’ terms and conditions; and conform to those requirements to reduce the risk of loss of funds for the University.  The Accountant Level I has substantial accountability, independent decision making capabilities, and handles numerous sponsors. This position performs financial tasks with minimal supervision, has extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, and draws conclusions on financial and compliance-related issues. Research Accountants provide exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. This position is part of the career path program within DRA involving increasing levels of responsibilities from Accountant Level I, to Accountant Level II, to Accountant Level III, to Manager.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPost-Award Financial Administration• Provides guidance and oversight to Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments in the fiscal management of sponsored funds.• Interprets and applies fiscal regulations and guidelines to ensure all Federal, State, University, and private sponsor requirements are met for effective financial reporting purposes.• Evaluates allowability and allocability of costs based on federal regulations, sponsor terms, fiscal policies, and other applicable guidelines to report to sponsors.• Analyzes and effectively resolves problems related to all aspects of financial compliance. • Evaluates sponsors' financial terms and conditions; departmental and sponsors' budgets and corresponding justifications; and financial reporting requirements of awards for efficient and compliant account management. • Monitors sponsor budgets, cost share, subawards, guidelines, and expenses for allowability and compliance. • Manages numerous and competing deadlines to ensure contractual terms and conditions are met and the University is not exposed to financial liability due to missed deadlines.• Proficiently utilizes an array of secure web-based federal, state, and private sponsor systems for financial reporting, letter of credit draws, and reimbursement requests per sponsor requirements.• Monitors accounts receivable to maximize the University's cash flow.  Recommends referral of delinquent accounts to UT Legal Counsel.• Prepares reports quarterly, semi-annually, and annually for federal agencies and sponsors as required.• Annually reviews fund balances to properly classify revenues for University financial statements.• Develops, prepares, and maintains the closeout of reports, financial documentation, Schedules of Final Charges, and related work papers that accurately represent financial expenses to sponsors per University fiscal policy and sponsor guidelines. Work papers detail adjustments, reconciliations, justifications, cost share information, program income and all other facets involved in the accurate reporting of a sponsored project.   Compliance• Conducts and monitors compliance activities and accurately applies relevant fiscal policies and sponsor requirements to mitigate the risks of financial liability that could result from Federal, State, University, and private audits.• Analyzes expenditure documentation to determine if allowable, allocable, and consistently applied.• Interprets and enforces award terms and conditions to ensure financial compliance. • Monitors applicable salary cap restrictions, timely effort certification, potential high-risk expenditures, and directs departments on corrective resolutions. • Reviews cost share expenditures, third party, and in-kind cost share to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.• Participates and assists with internal and external audit related issues.• Monitors limitation of funds requirements and advises Researchers, Business Managers, Budget Directors, and others within UT departments when to contact sponsors for additional funding. • Stays abreast of Federal, State, and University regulations related to research issues by researching materials and attending conferences, among other methods, to advance knowledge and understanding of complex compliance risk-assessment and mitigation.Collaboration External to Department• Provides exceptional service to faculty, staff, administrators, and sponsors regarding the fiscal management of sponsored funds; the mitigation of potential compliance risks and liability; the navigation of research administration tools and systems; and and the overall management of sponsored accounts. Assists in pro-actively identifying, proposing solutions, and working towards resolution of complex matters.• Coordinates with departments, Principal Investigators, Controller's Office, Treasurer's Office, General Counsel, and DRA Proposal and Awards teams for the accurate, timely, and compliant completion of closeout documents. • Serves as liaison with sponsoring agencies regarding fiscal and administrative matters.  • Assists in the preparation of related training materials and the organization of workshops to provide guidance to Principal Investigators, Business Managers, and other departmental staff.Collaboration Internal to Department• Instrumental in the testing and implementation of innovative digital processes regarding research projects which will position DRA to more closely align with the University's goal to be a Top 25 public research organization and to become more environmentally conscious and cost-efficient.• Provides input and collaborative support to streamline operations, automate processes, formalize procedures, enhance customer service, and facilitate departmental goals.  • Serves as a mentor to newly-hired Accountants to guide their professional development.• Collaborates to develop internal training materials to provide guidance.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities*Ability to communicate effectively, including active listening skills, plus the ability to work with a diverse group of faculty, staff, administrators and other stakeholders.*Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume of complex projects simultaneously to meet constant deadlines in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.*Ability to be detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.*Ability to be flexible, have sound judgment with an open and collaborative style of work that encourages teamwork and cooperation.  *Ability to provide excellent customer service with a commitment to exceptional quality.*Ability to think analytically, quantitatively, creatively, and strategically and to work with ambiguity.*Skill to be an independent thinker with professional skepticism.*Ability to be a team player who works well collectively and collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals.*Knowledge of Microsoft Office.Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities*Knowledge of research administration issues including financial management and the ability to interpret and communicate federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to research administration operations, policies, and procedures.*Knowledge of UT fiscal, human resource, and research policies*Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and granting agency requirements.*Experience with IRIS, Cayuse, and PowerBIQualificationsRequired level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree and three years of accounting-related work experience and minimum of six hours of accredited college accounting coursesPreferred level/type of experience and/or years of experienceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or business-related fieldExperience working with grants and contracts in a University settingCertified Research Administrator or Certified Public Accountant Other Conditions of Employment required to perform essential functions of this position (i.e. the employee would lose their job if at some point they didn’t meet these conditions.) • It is essential that the employee in this position obtains access to sponsors’ portals for financial reporting and billings.  Access to sponsor portals may require creating personal accounts using personal information.Additional InformationPlease attach the following electronic documents to the application:  Cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses (postal and electronic), and telephone numbers of at least three references.Websiteshttps://research.utk.edu/oried/https://research.utk.edu/research-administration/The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) is a research institution on the rise.  After setting a new institutional record for research expenditures in fiscal year 2023, we are responding to these increases and preparing a sustainable plan to meet our future staffing needs by adding multiple research accountants in the Division of Research Administration (DRA) within the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development (ORIED).Are you a research administrator looking to grow your career?  If so, please consider joining our team!  We are proud that UT is considered one of America’s best employers, especially for women and working parents.  UT also proudly earned certification as a Great Place to Work.  Whether you want to work remotely or move toour beautiful hometown, UT wants to be the place where you take the next big step in your career.Why UT?ACHIEVE YOUR POTENTIAL.  DRA’s established career path provides many opportunities to grow your career and your compensation.  With realistic timelines and milestones for promotion, as well as significant funding for staff development through professional organizations like NCURA and SRAi, DRA continues to build and strengthen team experience to support the UT research enterprise while allowing each individual to craft their own unique career trajectory. FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE.  DRA offers flexible work schedules and locations for all team members.  Whether you want to work exclusively from the comfort of your own home in a fully remote position, come to campus for the complete UT experience, or enjoy a perfect hybrid of remote and in-person work—the choice is yours!  No matter where you are, DRA’s unmatched team support and leadership are available to help you. FIND YOUR PURPOSE.  Come work where you can make a difference, and where the important work you do is recognized and appreciated—by your leadership, your team members, and the faculty you support.If a position with a fully remote option and a defined career path, at an institution who is committed to personal and professional growth, sounds intriguing, please check out our posting!Job: Other ProfessionalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Financial Management & ComplianceSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 3, 2024, 3:15:14 PM

DescriptionAccountant - Sponsored Projects AccountingThe University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA)Knoxville, TN(Multiple Positions)Duties and Responsibilities:  Position manages accounting functions within the Sponsored Projects Accounting Office at the UT Institute of Agriculture to ensure the accuracy, timeliness and efficiency of post award financial administration.  Position analyzes contracts and agreements for financial obligations, interprets and applies regulations and guidelines insuring all requirements are met.  Provides institute-level accounting oversight throughout the projects’ life.  Responsibilities include financial reports and invoicing to external sponsors and prompt collection of funds owed to the university under these awards.  Serves as primary contact during financial audits of Institute of Agriculture sponsored project accounts and works with university personnel and external agencies to resolve problems of financial compliance.  Performs account closeout and produces final financial, inventory, patent, and equipment reports for sponsors.   Position works with UTIA administrators, faculty, business and program staff analyzing charges, insuring costs are allowable and within projects’ budgets.  Position provides guidance and informal training to faculty, departmental staff, center staff, and regional and county Extension personnel.Position helps develop fiscal policies and procedures to minimize the university’s risk.  Provides financial information and reports to UTIA administrators and its budget directors.  Position will be remote but limited overnight travel will be required to meet with auditors, attend meetings, or continuing professional education.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:  Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field will be considered with three or more years of work experience in accounting or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesEffective communication, organizational and customer service skills.Analytical and decision-making skills.Accounting and finance management skillsPreferred/Desired Qualifications:  Master’s with one or more years of work experience preferably in sponsored projects accounting. Certified Public Accountant.Work experience in post award financial management of extramural funding.Work experience with federal cost accounting principles at a higher education institution. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge OMB Uniform Guidance requirements.Knowledge of SAP or other, similar, integrated information systems.Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while under strict deadlines.Advanced spreadsheet and data management skills.Ability to solve complex problems and to resolve issues.Ability to work independently.Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.Excellent communication skills.Ability to interact with internal and external contacts in a professional manner and exhibit strong interpersonal skills.Application Procedure:  Qualified individuals should send their application materials via electronic means through the UT recruitment website at: https://hr.utk.edu/staff-positions/.  Job: Other ProfessionalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Administration-Ag Experiment StationSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 15, 2024, 10:32:56 AM

Project Administrator Career Area: Business Services What We're Looking For: Barge Design Solutions is currently seeking to fill the position of Project Administrator in our Knoxville, TN office location. This ideal candidate will be a problem solver by nature, be detail-oriented, and enjoy producing analytical reporting. This position will be a true collaborative partner providing a variety of project management and administration support to Project Managers including preparing and maintaining PM deliverables, financial documents for project tracking/billing, updating logs and meeting agendas/notes for documentation. Responsibilities:Enters new projects into BST (accounting) systemDevelops and maintains project plansDistributes and tracks budgets for multiple departments over the duration of projectUpdates earned value/accruals through reporting, communication with discipline leads and project managers monthlyOrganizes monthly billing reportsSends and tracks invoices for paymentPrepares and runs project status meetings - tracking and reporting on required action itemsCollaborates with project managers and project team to define and communicate project specific procedures and forms (quality documentation, special project requirements, etc.)Compiles and prepares design meeting agendas and minutesEdits and assists with development of project specification packagesAssists with management of design documentation files, assembly of deliverables and documents quality reviewsManages and maintains construction submittal logsManages multiple deadlines, deliverable packages, and project requirements for project teamsSupports multiple project managers and design teamsPerforms other duties as required Education & Experience Qualifications: Skills & Qualifications:A combination of a related bachelor's degree and 5-8 yrs years of related experience is preferredMust have a thorough intellect for reviewing and understanding contractsExperience with A/E Design or construction background a plusMust be proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPointExperience with MS Project a plusExcellent oral, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to effectively manage concurrent projects, tasks, and deadlinesShould have strong team building skills and be a true collaborative partner Embraces and champions our Purpose, Vision and ValuesIntegrate and thrive in a team environment and can adapt quickly and effectively to project issues that arise.Travel to local project meetings may be requiredWhy join us? Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 550+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work. Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company's core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES: Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do. Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are. Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better. Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us. Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others. We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

DescriptionThe Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Assistant Vice Provost for Financial Initiatives and Chief Financial Aid Administrator position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhancing the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, improving the recruitment and graduation of our students.Applications received within the first 2 weeks (14 days) of the job posting date will receive priority review.The Position: This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility. Under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, the Assistant Vice Provost for Financial Initiatives and Chief Financial Aid Administrator is responsible for the direct oversight and management of the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships and the Center for Financial Wellness. This role is responsible for the University's development and management of all federal, state, and institutional financial aid and scholarship programs methodologies based upon historical data analysis and financially sustainable budget management practices to meet the enrollment, retention, and graduation goals of the University's strategic plan. The position is responsible for the development and maintenance of key partnerships between the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships and Colleges to ensure optimal leveraging of strategic scholarship resources which support the strategic enrollment goals and vision for the University. The Assistant Vice Provost is responsible for compliance and interpretation of federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations for all aid programs. This position serves to provide immediate and proactive guidance on federal, state and institutional policy updates in order to effectively support the Divisional and University's proactive response. The Assistant Vice Provost will have the inquisitiveness and intellectual confidence to inspire broad excitement and engagement related to student financial wellness and is responsible for leading the development of transformational service and strategies supporting student financial wellness and enhanced student financial literacy. This position provides leadership, supervision, and overall direction to a team of 34 FTE. Serves on campus committees related to financial aid, scholarships, financial literacy, enrollment operations, and technology/innovation as appropriate.  Other duties as assigned by the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management.QualificationsRequired Education and Experience: Master's Degree• 7 - 10 years' experience in a higher education setting, in the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid and scholarship or financial literacy and financial wellness programs.  • 4 years minimum experience in leadership and supervision of professional and support level staff.Preferred Education and Experience: • Expertise in Banner, OnBase, Slate, Salesforce and CampusLogic systems.• 5 to 10 years' experience working at a college or university, with increasing responsibilities within the institution. • Ability to innovate financial initiatives and increase impact of outcomes while remaining compliant with industry's established regulations, expectations, and best practices. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Excellent skills in interpersonal and written communication, office management, budget oversight and customer relations.  • Ability to lead and manage change within a complex organization, approaching opportunities with a solutions-focused, people-first mindset. • Ability to meet critical deadlines and effectively collaborate with campus personnel across multiple teams. • Sophisticated knowledge of Title IV federal regulations as well as Financial Wellness initiatives and strategies. • Expertise in student information systems, document imaging systems and CRM systems. • Strengths in creating a culture of curiosity and inquisitiveness. • Drive to increase innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness of programs to transform the student experience.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Expertise in Banner, OnBase, Slate, Salesforce and CampusLogic systems.   The DivisionThe Enrollment Management (EM) division comprises more than 190 full-time staff who serve our students through the following departments and functions: Undergraduate Admissions, International Recruitment, Transfer Center, One Stop Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Center for Financial Wellness, University Registrar, Pre-college Research Excellence Programs, EM Research & Analytics, EM Communications, and EM Operations. The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values. We are passionate about fulfilling our land-grant mission of accessible education and making an impact that will transform lives through the student experience.  The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is the state of Tennessee’s flagship university and is classified as a Carnegie Research 1 institution. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation is key to our mission. UT enrolls over 35,000 students (more than 6000 graduate/professional students) at its Knoxville campus. Led by the example of our Chancellor’s Cabinet and their Principles for Engagement, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, builds and supports an inclusive community that provides opportunities to lead, serve and engage as Volunteers and citizens. We strive to create a welcoming community rich with diverse experiences. We seek colleagues who are committed to teamwork and have a passion for working with and serving all constituents. We especially seek candidates who have an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the goals of the university.The Knoxville Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville has a metropolitan statistical area population of more than 850,000 people. We enjoy a dynamic culture that includes numerous theaters and museums, a vibrant and diverse music scene including a symphony orchestra and an opera company, world-class restaurants, numerous cultural festivals and an active downtown market square. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day’s drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C.Job: Executive/AdministrativePrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Office Of Financial AidSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: Jun 3, 2024, 3:46:23 PM