Fiscal Officer / Accountant II

About the position The Office of K-12 Outreach at Michigan State University is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Fiscal Officer / Accountant II to support the financial operations of our dynamic service office. This part-time position (65%) is crucial for managing the financial aspects of our programs, which include creating and overseeing annual budgets, as well as regularly monitoring financial performance on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing timely financial updates and projection reports to the Director and Director of Programs for K-12 Outreach, the Dean's office, and relevant funding agencies. In this role, the accountant will approve all financial e-documents and manage expenditures through various means such as PCards, purchase orders, and service contracts. Ensuring compliance with grant guidelines and project scopes is a key responsibility, as is assisting in the development of financial policies, accounting controls, and procedures for travel and out-of-pocket reimbursements. This position requires a strong understanding of financial regulations and the ability to support general office operations effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices, with a focus on grant management and compliance. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of the K-12 Outreach programs while working in a flexible and supportive environment. Responsibilities • Create and manage annual budgets for K-12 Outreach programs. , • Monitor financial performance on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual basis. , • Provide financial updates and projection reports to the Director and Director of Programs for K-12 Outreach, the Dean's office, and relevant funding agencies. , • Approve all financial e-documents and manage expenditures through PCards, purchase orders, and service contracts. , • Ensure all expenses comply with grant guidelines and project scopes. , • Assist in developing financial policies, accounting controls, and procedures for travel and out-of-pocket reimbursements. , • Support general office operations and ensure compliance with grant requirements. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent knowledge. , • Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible work experience in supervision and accounting procedures. , • Experience in developing accounting controls, policies, and procedures. , • Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may be required. Nice-to-haves • Experience working with grant and foundation funding in an academic setting. , • Prior experience routing e-documents through MSU's account system, Kuali. , • Deep knowledge of MSU's Office of Sponsored Programs and Contract and Grant Administration. , • Ability to work as part of a dynamic and fast-paced team. , • Proven experience in accounting or financial management. Benefits • Flexible work environment with remote-friendly options. , • Potential for extension contingent upon funding renewal. Apply tot his job