Grant and Contract Administrator II

The Grant & Contract Administrator II provides pre-award and post-award financial and administrative support for sponsored and non-sponsored awards within the Engineering Business Center - South, including an NSF Industry-University Cooperative Research Center (IUCRC).

The position manages assigned research accounts, monitors budgets and expenditures, prepares financial reports and spending projections, and supports faculty with budget planning and financial decision-making. The administrator ensures compliance with sponsor requirements and University policies, coordinates financial agreements and reporting activities, and develops solutions to complex financial issues. The position also identifies opportunities to improve financial processes and procedures based on established accounting principles and practices.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Interpret regulations and guidelines for standard and moderately complex program funding of multiple grants and contracts.
• Gather, analyze, and report findings to researchers and administrators to support informed decision-making.
• Process invoices and provide daily monitoring of grants and contracts to ensure expenses align with contract terms.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of pre-award applications in accordance with sponsor guidelines.
• Support the closing of sponsored activities by participating in contract closeouts.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor terms, University policies/procedures, and federal regulations to maintain high standards.
• Prepare periodic financial reports and projections to grant agencies, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop comprehensive budgets using Excel and auto-generated financial reports.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in close collaboration with others.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures, including Uniform Guidance.
• Skill in preparing detailed reports on a timely basis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and responsibilities, responding positively to unanticipated changes, and meeting deadlines.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Demonstrates experience with University financial accounting, budgeting and financial planning for all University fund types.
  
• Proficient with setting and communicating priorities and effectively planning and organizing the work of projects.
  
• Previous experience with UA enterprise systems such as UAccess Research, Analytics, Financial, Student, and Employee.