Assistant Contract Administrator

Health Research, Inc. • Menands, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Contract Administrator to join the tight-knit Office of Contracts & Operations team, within the Corporate Office, in Menands, NY. The incumbent will be responsible for processing contract transactions including reviewing subcontract and consultant vouchers for payment, organizing and maintaining documents, and will serve as a liaison to vendors and program staff. This role works closely with HRI’s Office of Sponsored Programs, the Office of Corporate Compliance, the Corporate Controller, and many New York State Department of Health programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience; OR four years of relevant experience.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Office 365.
• Experience with reviewing vouchers, budget modifications, and/or contracts.
• Experience working within a not-for-profit corporation and/or with grant funding.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Processing contract transactions
• Reviewing subcontract and consultant vouchers for payment
• Organizing and maintaining documents
• Serving as a liaison to vendors and program staff

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan.
• HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree