Senior Accounting Assistant - Social Work

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [email protected] .

Job Description

The School of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accounting Assistant to support Nevada Partnership in Training (NPT), a grant-funded program dedicated to advancing child welfare workforce development and training initiatives throughout Nevada . This position is located in Reno, NV.** This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. NPT has programs located in Las Vegas and Reno. This position provides advanced accounting, fiscal, and administrative support to ensure the accurate administration of grant funds in accordance with university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.

The Senior Accounting Assistant works closely with program leadership, the School of Social Work, and outside partners to support the day-to-day financial operations of the program while maintaining compliance with grant regulations and institutional policies.

This position will perform the following duties:

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Perform accounting, fiscal, and administrative support functions for NPT.

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Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with sponsor, university, state, and federal guidelines.

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Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, travel reimbursements, and journal entries.

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Reconcile grant accounts and investigate discrepancies.

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Assist with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and expenditure forecasting.

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Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for audits and program reviews.

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Prepare and compile financial data for grant reports and internal reporting requirements.

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The position will lead as Office Manager. This position will coordinate meetings, maintain program files and records, and assist with administrative processes.

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Coordinate with program director, School of Social Work operations, and external partners regarding fiscal transactions, administrative activities, and grant administration.

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Assist with procurement, scheduling, correspondence, and other operational needs that support program objectives.

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Ensure timely processing of financial and administrative transactions while adhering to established deadlines.

Essential Qualifications

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Three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with experience in LMS, Nevada Box, Workday, Qualtrics, Artificial Intelligence, Canva, Microsoft Office including Excel etc and/or Grant Management: State and Federal are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade

Grade 27

In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.

To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation . Select Salary schedule, PP01.

For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator

The Perks of PERS

Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.  For information on contribution rates, please visit:  NV PERS Contribution Rates

Rich retirement plan - Retirement Calculator

Perks of Working at UNR

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Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

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Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits

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E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options .  E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

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Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

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Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC

Grants-in-aid for Classified Employees

The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related. Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses. Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Department Information

https://www.unr.edu/social-work

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected] .

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (required)

Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Transcripts – (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.

Veteran Interview Consideration – (optional) – To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application.  Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate