Grants Accounting and Post-Award Administrator, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

Grants Accounting And Post-Award Administrator

Reporting to the Director of Grants Accounting, the Grants Accounting and Post-Award Administrator (Professional Services Specialist 3, Administrative Services) is responsible for the financial administration of sponsored research projects, ensuring compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional regulations. This position plays a critical role in post-award financial management, including accounting, reporting, and monitoring of grants and contracts. The incumbent will be cross-trained in core post-award functions to provide comprehensive support and continuity within the post-award team in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college is required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. A minimum of two years of experience in general account analysis and reconciliations in education, higher education, a non-profit or government, as well as experience in preparing and analyzing a periodic budget/forecast to actual variance report is also required. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute the above-mentioned professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A Master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. Preferred qualifications include: a minimum of four years in grants/restricted accounting and reporting in education, higher education, a non-profit or government; knowledge of U.S. GAAP, OMB Uniform Guidance, DHHS Regulations and NJHHS guidelines; membership in professional associations such as the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA) or the Society of Research Administrators International (SRAI); and Professional certification such as CPA or CRA (Certified Research Administrator). Candidate must have proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications; the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while maintaining focus on accuracy and attention to detail; and be a team player with strong communication and writing skills.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a four (4) month Working Test Period.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $64,340.11 - $73,256.59 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.