Rowan University · 1 day ago
Senior Grants Analyst (PSS2-AS), Office of Sponsored Programs (Post Awards)
Glassboro, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$74K/yr - $84K/yr
5+ years expRowan University is seeking a Senior Grants Analyst to manage finance, accounting, and project management for sponsored project support services. The role involves working closely with Faculty/Principal Investigators to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and provide guidance in managing post-award transactions.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain a complex portfolio of awards and act as the point of contact for Principal Investigators and their staff to provide reports, periodic updates, analysis and guidance to ensure proper award management
Manages faculty sponsored projects in accordance with university and sponsor regulations
Represent Post Award Grant Accounting by interfacing with various University departments (Payroll, HR, Pre Award, Finance, A/P, Budget) to recommend process improvements, implement new business plans and serve on RFP/project implementation committees
Provide monthly update to management on reporting/billing status and raise, resolve or escalate outstanding issues
Monitors grant and contract receivable balances and aging status to assess collectability and follow-up with appropriate parties
Complete periodic financial reporting requirements based on sponsor timelines
Prepare and submit drawdowns from federal systems as assigned
Participates in all financial, compliance and sponsored program audits as needed
Support year end accounting close process
Actively participates in process improvements and implementation of new business plans and efficiencies to overall Sponsored project Management process
May participate in testing university systems when applicable
Complete other duties as assigned by Post Award management
Qualification
Required
Seven (7) years of professional experience in different aspects of administration and business practices; including design and implementation of policy and procedures, vendor service contracts and improving and updating management practices
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience
Possession of a master's degree; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience
Possession of a Doctor of Philosophy degree or a Doctor of Education degree; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience
Proficiency in spreadsheet (Excel), and accounting software (preferably Elucian Banner)
Strong work ethic with a defined sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability for job duties
Ability to organize assigned work, analyze problems, critical thinking and develop appropriate work methods
Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
Preferred
Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University in Management, Business Administration or Accounting or related field is preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in post award sponsored programs office
CRA or CFRA designation is preferred
Banner experience is a plus
The Senior Grant Analyst should have a comprehensive understanding of research administration with in-depth knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance and Single Audit (Subpart F) and other research regulatory requirements, specifically the FAR/DFAR Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
Benefits
Comprehensive NJ State health
Dental and retirement benefits
Extensive accrued time off/paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro
Company
Rowan University
Since its founding in 1923, Rowan University has evolved from a teacher preparation college to a bustling regional university that's ranked among the best public universities in the North by U.S.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sunovia S. Scudder
Co-founder, Youth Empowerment Program
Mark Sedlock
Vice President and CTO
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