Accounting Analyst - 529851

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Tuscaloosa, AL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $62K - $81K 💻 Finance 🗓️ July 8th, 2026

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The University of Alabama is hiring an Accounting Analyst. The role involves conducting financial analysis, developing reports for specialized accounting functions, and applying expert knowledge of accounting principles within the central finance or contract and grant accounting areas. The analyst supports compliance, supervises staff, and communicates complex financial data to stakeholders.

Highlights

Conducts financial analysis and prepares specialized financial reports.
Applies accounting principles, GAAP, CAS, and compliance with federal/state laws and university policies.
Supports post-award financial administration, including invoicing, revenue collection, and audit liaison activities.
Proficiency with financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools required.
Knowledge of NSF HERD Survey, federal cost principles, Uniform Guidance, and cost allocation methodologies.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with six years of experience, or CPA with four years required.
Preferred experience includes cost accounting, financial analysis in higher education, F&A Cost Proposals, Fringe Benefit Rate Proposals, and regulatory compliance.
Position eligible for remote work subject to university policy.
Compensation range: $62,300 minimum to $81,000 midpoint, salaried E10 grade.
Works within the Contract and Grant Accounting department supporting sponsored project financial stewardship.