Reference #: 23003805DescriptionGrade:  T27The link below will give you information about the University's "T" salary structure.A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source..Reporting to the Post-Award Director within the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR), the Associate Director of Billing is responsible for the management and oversight of post-award billing team.  This individual is expected to have a high level of knowledge related to post-award accounting and regulatory principles.The Associate Director oversees the grant analyst team, including training and onboarding of new staff, ongoing training for staff and the research community related to changing regulations, and review and approval of cost transfers, invoices, new hires and other workflow.The Associate Director supervises a Manager and 9 Grant Analysts.  A major focus of this position will be to ensure that excellence in customer service is provided to the research community and that adequate one-on-one training is provided wherever needed. The Associate Director coordinates written, online and live training opportunities with the assistance of his/her staff.This position has been designated as a hybrid position. Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary. Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future. Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally. For example, you can earn your bachelor's degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development's academies. Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement.Working within Temple's Office of the Vice President for Research empowers you to work with premiere scientists and be exposed to a vast array of cutting-edge research. You can be part of the team that gets the next great discovery underway. You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity.  Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region.Benefits of working at Temple University include:Hybrid Work ArrangementGreat Benefit packageGenerous time offParental LeaveTuition RemissionDynamic WorkforceEssential Functions:Develops strategies and tactics for timely invoicing, financial reporting, and closeouts; Tracks deliverables, including due dates and special requirements; Supervises the approval of workflow such as one-time payments, summer salary, post-doc requisitions, invoices, and cost transfers on research related funds; Assists with ad hoc requests, as needed.  Ensures that this information is provided to senior management in a timely and accurate fashion; Identifies and analyzes complex problems; selects an appropriate course of action that typically involves change or innovation in existing procedures or techniques; requires independent judgment. Makes complex decisions within area of expertise; assess implications of decisions to be made and acts accordingly; Establishes policies and procedures for area of responsibility; makes recommendations for the sub-unit and/or department; Performs other related duties as assigned.At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself.  We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion.  As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity.to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Required Skills & Abilities:*Working knowledge of all applicable computer software, and  management skills (including planning, negotiation, and communication skills)*Knowledge of applicable professional principles, extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures, and financial and budgeting principles.

　　Preferred:*Experience using the Banner ERP system (Research Accounting and Grants Billing modules), Cognos, and eRA strongly preferredThis position requires a background check.This position is temporarily assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.In accordance with the City of Philadelphia's COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University's vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University's Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu.Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety and can be found at: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-reportYou may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.

　　Primary Location:Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Health Sciences Campus (HSC)

　　Job:StaffSchedule:Full-timeShift:Day JobEmployee Status:Regular

　　Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.