Grant & Contract Specialist

Arizona State University•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary focus of the Grant & Contract Specialist position is to support one or more functional areas through payment management activities to ensure compliance with all applicable university, sponsor, ABOR, state and federal requirements, standards and regulations. This position is a member of the Cash Management group within the Post Award - Fiscal Oversight Team. This is an entry level position which receives close supervision and direction to support project accounting and cash management, cost analysis and compliance. This position follows standard practices and procedures to analyze situations, resulting in the completion of needed payment management activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Experience working in accounting systems/software and a developed understanding of accounting practices.
Experience with grants/contracts and fiscal grants management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working in basic computer applications and information dissemination technology.
Good collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, writing, and by phone.
Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships along with the ability to work effectively within a structured team.
Ability to work under close supervision, receive detailed instructions and effectively respond to routine situations.
Ability to provide ideas and recommendations to resolve routine issues based on an understanding of the requirements.

Responsibilities

Works in conjunction with the team to ensure timely and accurate post-award accounting of all cash management activities.
May be asked to engage in any of the following activities: ACH wire and check identification and deposit Assist with Treasury deposits, Arizona State University Foundation draws, sponsor refunds, completion of needed journal transactions, local cost share and revenue recognition oversight.
As a resource, may interact with sponsors and staff to resolve problems and correct errors in fund management to ensure timely collection and processing of revenue.
Maintains all applicable project records and files; decides proper handling of financial transactions
Approves transactions within designated limits.
May recommend changes to methods or procedures to management, utilizing knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Works with their supervisor to prioritize and manage time.
Supports a customer group and works with other internal university contacts.
May assist with data gathering and initial analysis under direction of a senior staff member.