Part-Time Grants Accountant

Job ID: 281672
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Job Summary

Columbus State University (CSU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Part-time Limited Term Grants Professional in the Office of Sponsored Programs. The successful candidate will have an exciting opportunity to build and advance sponsored research and grant writing through engagement, collaboration, and innovation.The Part-Time Grant Accountant is responsible for managing the financial aspects of externally funded grants and contracts at Columbus State University. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and sponsor regulations, university policies, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records, prepare financial reports, and provide support to faculty and staff involved in grant-funded projects from inception to closeout

Responsibilities

• Manage grant budgets, expenditures, and financial transactions to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements, university policies, and GAAP;
• Monitor grant activity to ensure expenditures align with budget restrictions and sponsor guidelines;
• Collaborate with principal investigators (PIs) and staff to provide post-award financial support, including guidance on allowable costs and budget amendments;
• Prepare and submit regular financial reports for PIs, funding agencies, and auditors while maintaining audit-ready documentation;
• Support grant closeout activities, including final reconciliations and reports;
• Stay current on federal, state, and sponsor regulations (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance) and apply them to grant management practices;
• Assist with internal and external audits related to grants and contracts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• At least 2 years of experience in grant accounting, finance, or a related role, preferably in higher education;
• Proficiency in accounting software, MS Excel, and familiarity with grant regulations, including OMB Uniform Guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems like Banner and/or PeopleSoft;
• Knowledge of fund accounting and post-award grant management in a university setting;
• Three to five years of progressively responsible relevant accounting experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Proposed Salary

$56.25/hr. The maximum hours for this position per week are 19 hours.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for collaborating with faculty and staff;
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities;
• Skill in preparing detailed reports on a timely basis;
• All other duties as assigned.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=281672&PostingSeq=1

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