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Accounting Specialist

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Oct 30, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Accounting Specialist
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Research Financial Services
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Accounting Specialist for the Office for Research. The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. The position reports to the Accounting Manager. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Administers and coordinates post award administration of assigned grants and contracts for research and other sponsored programs funded by external sources. Serves as the appropriate principal investigator's/department contact for grant and contract accounting functions.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	05
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	68278.480
Mid Range Salary	84393.980
Maximum Salary	100509.480
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree with a major in finance, accounting or business-related field and two years relevant experience in a financial/accounting function or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge of Accounting/Financing principles.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Personal computer skills. Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs including spreadsheets, word processing and data base applications. Ability to work with a diverse group of business and academic professionals. Strong verbal, writing, interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills. Ability to understand and apply the information pertaining to grant and contracts documents, University, Agency policies and regulations. Ability to handle multiple tasks and special assignments in a professional manner. Willing to adapt to periodic changes made to their award workload assignment due to redistributions needed to balance the workload among all accountants.
Preferred Qualifications	Research or grants education and/or certification (CRA, CFRA, CPA, or Rutgers S.P.A.C.E. Certification) is preferred. Working knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) is preferred. Knowledge of Rutgers University systems, policies and procedures is highly desirable. Five years of grant and contract accounting experience preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft Excel, Word and Access to prepare and submit financial invoices and reports, ORACLE Cloud projects and general ledger and Financial Data Warehouse reports using Rutgers reporting tools to extract information from the financial data warehouse to be used in preparation of financial reports and invoices. Analysis of information and processing of correcting journal entries using Excel Templates and the Oracle Base Application. Review and analyze the allowability of transactions using ORACLE projects and general ledger and the financial data warehouse.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Office environment.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST2241
Posting Open Date	10/30/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement