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Inside Higher Ed · 1 month ago

Senior Grant Accountant

Frankfort, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Senior Grant Accountant responsible for the fiscal administration of sponsored research grants and contracts. The role involves reviewing proposals for compliance, monitoring expenditures, and providing technical guidance to ensure adherence to grant requirements.

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Responsibilities

Review grant and contract proposals for compliance with University, State, Federal, and sponsor regulations, terms, and assurances

Advise principal investigators (PIs) and University personnel regarding proposal preparation, applicable grant policies, fiscal restrictions, and regulatory requirements

Respond to inquiries from PIs and funding agencies regarding budgetary details, indirect costs, fringe calculations, salary verification, and expenditure allowability

Assist in the development, review, and monitoring of grant budgets and interpret expenditure requirements in accordance with sponsor guidelines

Analyze and distribute award information received from funding agencies and communicate updates to appropriate administrators and investigators

Research, monitor, and summarize regulatory requirements related to grants and contracts, including changes to governing policies and reporting standards

Maintain grant-related data within the Banner Grants module, including coding, entry preparation, and verification of financial information

Track expenditures, analyze variances, forecast fiscal performance, and provide recommendations to support grant stewardship and budgetary planning

Monitor compliance issues, follow up on inconsistencies, and request missing information or documentation from sponsors and investigators

Compile financial and compliance data, prepare reports, identify trends, and provide documented recommendations to management

Maintain organized electronic and physical records related to proposals, awards, and compliance documentation

Participates in meetings, trainings, and professional development as required

Performs related administrative duties that support the essential functions of the position

Qualification

Federal research complianceBudget preparationGrant administrationERP software (Banner)Financial analysis techniquesInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamwork