Job Description
Research Accounts Administrator UCD are recruiting for a Research Accounts Administrator to assist in the financial administration of all university research activity in the Research Finance Office. **Job Summary** We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to manage the financial aspects of research activity, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of cost statements and grant claim forms. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare or assist in the preparation of cost statements and grant claim forms * Submit all cost statements and grant claim forms on a timely basis * Assist in the preparation of research-funded VAT returns * Check project account budgets against student/staff appointments to projects * Deal with queries from researchers and funding bodies concerning research activity * Monitor expenditure on the university's research accounts * Liaise with funding bodies regarding financial aspects of funded research projects * Assist in the preparation of year-end audit files * Provide an advisory service to researchers in respect of contract administration * Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of research accounting procedures * Provide accounting support to academic staff under the supervision of the Head of Office or designate **Requirements** * Experience in accounting/book-keeping * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral * Demonstrate administrative and organisational ability, including the ability to manage competing priorities * Excellent computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, Internet and e-mail * Ability to work to deadlines and to take decisions * Prior experience of working in a role requiring discretion when handling confidential information * Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team * Proven ability to prioritise work * High level of accuracy and attention to detail * Previous experience of working in a busy and demanding office environment **Desirable Criteria** * Experience in accounting for funded research * Pursuing a professional accountancy qualification * Knowledge of VAT issues relating to funded research * Understanding of the audit process * Experience of University accounting system (eFinancials)