Job Information
Texas A&M University Grants Specialist (Post Award) in United States
Job Title
Grants Specialist (Post Award)
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
Research and Innovation
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
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DAY IN THE LIFE
This position supports the management of sponsored projects and performs a wide range of technical accounting analysis and reporting within assigned areas of TAMU-CC sponsored research administration. This position provides direct support to Grant Administrator personnel in the Office of Sponsored Research Administration.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Sponsored Projects Accounting: 40%
Reconciles cost-reimbursable invoices to ensure expenses are reported in compliance with the project budget, with regulations stipulated by the granting agency and in accordance with TAMUS and TAMU-CC's fiscal policies and procedures. Prepares sponsor required invoice forms as needed.
Monitors and reports cost sharing to sponsoring agencies and departmental research administrators.
Responsible for Accounts Receivable collections for Sponsored Invoices.
Demonstrates knowledge of sponsored project accounting and generally accepted accounting principles.
Under general supervision, performs and achieves results with a high degree of accuracy.
Sponsored Projects Compliance: 40%
Demonstrates knowledge of grant accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (accounting theory, standards and practices). Demonstrates knowledge of OMB 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal awards. Ensures compliance with all State, Federal, and A&M System rules and regulations.
Reviews and approves financial transactions on sponsored projects to determine if the expenses are allowable, allocable and reasonable. This includes purchase requisitions, travel expense reports and P-Card purchases. Reviews and approves vendor invoices as needed.
Assists with federal, state and TAMU System audits and program reviews related to sponsored projects, including single audit requirements under OMB 2 CFR 200 subpart F.
Sponsored Projects Administration: 20%
Provides backup support to Grant Administrator is entering new, and updating project information in MAESTRO and the Financial Accounting Management Information Service (FAMIS) including billing projects, direct and cost share accounts as well as preparing and entering budget entries.
At the end of a project, ensures completion of the close-out module in Maestro, including but not limited to:
Final verification of expenditures occurring during period of performance.
Coordinate with departmental administrators to ensure that all deficits and encumbrances are cleared in a timely manner.
Audit expenditures to ensure that final indirect costs were properly recorded.
Create and post correcting entries to align final budget with actual expenditures in financial system.
Ensure all contractual reporting obligations have been met.
Assists in records management of sponsored project files, including University retention period regulations.
Provides assistance to other post award staff as needed.
Perform other job duties as assigned
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field
Two (2) years related experience working with invoicing and expenditure approvals.
Equivalent combination of education and experience:
Associates degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field and Four (4) years related experience working with invoicing and expenditure approvals, OR
Masters degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with frequent interruptions with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to work as an effective member of a team.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE
Masters degree in Accounting.
Two (2) years related experience working with invoicing and expenditure approvals
Direct experience in research administration, preferably in higher education or government.
Experience with federal, state and sponsor regulations and policies related to research administration.
Experience with FAMIS/Canopy, MAESTRO, Concur, Workday, Data Warehouse/Business Objects.
Professional designation of Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA).
SALARY: $3,750 - $4,166.67 Monthly ($45,000 - $50,000 Annual, Approximately - Dependent upon Education/Experience)
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)
Medical
$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php)
Work Life Solutions:
Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php)
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php)
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Welcome and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. We are a vibrant, Hispanic Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
Texas A&M - Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.
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Again, welcome and thank you for your interest. Please contact us if you need assistance in applyin g, seeking an update on a posting, or have further questions .
Phone: 361-825-2630
Email: Employment@tamucc.edu