Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist (SCCC Post Award, Remote/Hybrid)

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth department of SCCC Post Award Team has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist. The Sponsored Program Specialist is responsible for the post award administration of all sponsored projects coded to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC). We ensure accounts are set up correctly for all new awards that come in, prepare monthly reconciliations, manage grant expenditures, compile financial reports to be submitted to the sponsors, and close out expired sponsored projects. We also provide guidance on post-award administration topics including allowability of cost on sponsored projects, effort certification, cost share, and other compliance related topics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Provides technical assistance and guidance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of funding proposals.
Responds to general inquiries regarding sponsored program policies and procedures.
Reviews grant applications to ensure accuracy.
Accesses applicable database(s) to verify regulatory compliance approvals before establishing of the project account.
Maintains the internal proposal documents and electronic records for assigned portfolio.
Processes and disseminates various non-financial post-award actions such as award notifications, amendments, and related documents.
Assists in the coordination of the project closeout.
Coordinates with faculty on possible need for budget revisions to be consistent with award amount as received.
Reviews award terms and conditions and discusses flagged items with faculty.
Oversees all audits and bank reconciliations of petty cash accounts.
Monitors sponsored programs subcontracting activity.
Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.