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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Good knowledge of contract and grant procedures and ability to apply the accounting practices.
  • Good accounting concepts and analysis of accounting transactions.
  • Thorough understanding of key attributes in Oracle and its impact on reporting, billing, and recovering costs.
  • Knowledge of Stanford research administration processes particularly post award research administration (preferred but not required).
  • Experience with Uniform Guidance, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and GAAP.
  • Strong working knowledge of Excel.
  • Experienced with Oracle and/or Stanford systems (preferred but not required).
  • Ability to independently diagnose and solve problems using sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
  • Independently analyze accounting transactions and ability to reconcile financial information.
  • Strong customer service skills. Working collaboratively with different process partners.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.  

Certifications and Licenses:

  • None 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Constantly sitting, grasping lightly, use fine manipulation and performing desk-based computer tasks.  
  • Occasionally use a telephone.  
  • Rarely stand/walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, write by hand, sort and file paperwork or parts, 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 $60,000 to $92,000 per annum for remote positions.

The expected pay range for this position is $83,000 to $96,000 per annum for on-site/hybrid 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 at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit 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.

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