What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Grant Administrator position at Delaware State University?

Salary : $0.00 Annually

Location : 1200 N Dupont Highway, Dover

Job Type : Professional

Job Number : 2025-00220

Division : Research / Sponsored Programs

Department : SPONSORED PROGRAMS

Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2025

General Description of the Position

This position is to act as the primary Office of Sponsored Programs financial point of contact for proposal and grant award financial matters. This position will work closely with the Director of Sponsored Programs.

Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Act as the primary contact for all financial matters on pre-award budget development and post award expenditure approvals.
Work closely with the Office of Accounts Payable and Restricted Funds Accounting to assist pre and post-award financial compliance.
Work with faculty on pre-award submission and compliance.
Use the Universities accounting system to access grant award information as needed.
Monitor and keep current with government regulations regarding contract and grant accounting specifically OMB 2 CFR 200 Super Circular, A-133 single audit and the governmental accounting principles such as the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
Able to provide interpretation and application of all governmental regulations and accounting principles to principle investigator's and staff as needed.
Work with other staff on proposal and application submissions.
Reviews financial expenditures and budget changes to ensure adequate documentation and compliance with all federal, state and agency regulations and policies and procedures.

Other related Duties :

Recommend, implement and maintain best practices in ensuring compliance with internal controls, governmental regulations, accounting principles and federal / state / local laws as they relate to grants and contracts.

Coordinate and Administer trainings on pre and post-award compliance

Provide assistance on grant award reporting and analysis.

Other related duties and functions as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with a variety of people on various levels.

Ability to maintain accurate and current accounting records.

Ability to work under pressure due to deadlines and large volume of work while still maintaining precise attention to detail.

Ability to disseminate information on both a technical and general operational level.

Qualification Standards

Required Qualifications :

Bachelors degree or higher with experience in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Management or related field.

Knowledge of OMB 2 CFR 200, A-133 single audit and Federal Acquisition Regulation.

Knowledge of state and federal agency policies (e.g. NSF, NIH, NASA, USDA and DOD).

Experience working with state and federal computerized financial management systems, including data entry and correction processes.

Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively with the highest degree of accuracy, while working in an environment of fluctuating priorities and frequent interruptions.

Knowledge of general and federal principles, practices and theories of accounting, auditing, budgeting and financial management.

Demonstrate a proven track record of successfully working collaboratively with administrators and representatives of external organizations including federal and non-federal agencies.

Experience in statistical and financial analysis of data for making long and short-range plans and projections.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge of program administration and research guidelines of federal and non-federal funding agencies supporting research.

Five years experience with sponsored research financial accounting / administration, preferably in a higher education setting.

Minimum three years experience with an academic or federal accounting system.

EEO Statement

Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

Equal opportunity employer / program'' and "auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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