Grant Administrator Jobs in Houston, Texas

Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,500

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 81,500

FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

Liaison between funding agencies and Departments to achieve compliant grant applications:

Exceptional knowledge of accounting, budgeting, grants management and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Three years of health care or nonprofit grant accounting experience, preferably in a federally qualified health center (FQHC).

Perform accounting functions to support the Chief Financial Officer and Finance department.

Monitors and ensures compliance with federal, state, local and special program reporting requirements for grant activities.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university.

Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration is preferred.

Assists with special projects & must be willing to perform other grant related duties as assigned and deemed necessary by management.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of grant administration and grant writing skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external sources and keep management informed

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Prioritize projects to keep multiple projects moving in a timely manner, meet deadlines and manage multiple proposals.

Act as the project manager and coordinates all grant submissions.

Review incoming award notices to identify terms and conditions and understand compliance and award management requirements.

Certification in Grants Management desired

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to fund management and financial and accounting support.

Bachelor’s degree and/or three years of job-related experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge of procurement needs, including sole-sourcing, cost analyses, vendor requirements, and business reporting.

Maintain Electronic Grants Management System records in compliance with institutional and sponsor policies for all proposals and progress report submissions

Field inquiries from Department Administrators and PIs, and communicates institutional policy, procedure and documentation requirements.

Review Request for Proposals (RFPs) for eligibility and clarify requirements as needed

Verify that all sponsor submission requirements have been met in advance of signatory approval.

Work with Manager or Senior IGA mentor on complex transactions, including the review of federal contract solicitations and applications.

Work with faculty to identify and organize all requirements necessary for timely progress report submission

Maintain Electronic Grants Management System records in compliance with institutional and sponsor policies for all proposals and progress report submissions

Field inquiries from Department Administrators and PIs, and communicates institutional policy, procedure and documentation requirements.

Review Request for Proposals (RFPs) for eligibility and clarify requirements as needed

Verify that all sponsor submission requirements have been met in advance of signatory approval.

Work with Manager or mentor on complex transactions, including the review of federal contract solicitations and applications.

Work with faculty to identify and organize all requirements necessary for timely progress report submission

Project management experience, with ability to juggle/complete multiple projects.

Successful demonstration of volunteer coordination & management

Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific discipline. Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Thorough knowledge and use of common office software required.

Knowledge of various research programs (NIH, NHLBI, American Heart Association)

Ability to produce, manage and understand financial documents

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of grants or program management.

Thorough knowledge of state priorities as well as grant management practices and procedures.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.

Knowledge of the state’s Uniform Grant Management Standards.

Ability to establish goals and objectives, to devise solutions to grant management problems.

Coordinating and facilitating changes to budgets and proposals during final review and grant submission by MGB Research Management

Maintain familiarity with sponsor (e.g., NIH) and MGB Research Management policies and procedures

Requires B.S. degree in Accounting or Management. Masters preferred

Senior Grant Administrator (remote eligible) Radiology

Requires extensive knowledge of grants and contracts, research administration and Medical School and Hospital activities.

Support the grant proposal and reporting process throughout all stages of the research grant life cycle

Possess excellent keyboarding/data entry skills.

Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, interpersonal and administration skills essential.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be adaptable to changing job requirements and deadlines.

Demonstrate excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills and organizational and problem-solving skills.

Minimum of two years related experience required.

o Establish internal controls to ensure compliance with granting agency requirements.

Prior experience in accounting, auditing, public administration, higher education, or other related field.

Three years of professional business administration, grant and contract administration, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

High level math/accounting skills, strong reading comprehension skills, ability to interpret guidelines and instructions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and customer service

Knowledge of regulations related to sponsored projects from private, state and federal sponsors

Bachelor’s degree required, Management, Finance or scientifically related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.

Analytical Skills: Ability to conceptualize and conduct complex analysis (financial and operational).

Information Systems/Technology Skills: Exceptional computer skills (including operating systems, word processing, database, electronic mail, Internet, and spreadsheets).

Safety/Compliance: Knowledge in all aspects of laboratory safety and ability to ensure a safe environment for laboratory staff and subjects.

Minimum of 5 to 7 years of directly related experience.

Minimum of 2 years of prior supervisory experience.

Excellent interpersonal and management skills with facility to interact professionally at all levels

Planning and Workflow Management Skills:

Manage bi-annual effort certification reports for select PIs; review reports to ensure accuracy and consistency

Advanced Excel skills required; experience using other accounting or financial software helpful

Responsible for management of personnel records in Peoplesoft.

The candidate will be responsible for the oversight and management of $5 million of research related funding.

Excellent interpersonal and management skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff at all levels.

Develop collaborative working relationships with ancillary services such as, Research Management, Corporate Sponsored Research and Licensing, Purchasing, Partners International Office, etc.

General knowledge of NIH and other federal, state and foundation regulations and requirements.

Independently resolve financial and grant issues, escalating complex or problematic situations including unsustainable spending behavior to Research Admin Manager.

Ensure annual certifications / audits (effort, vaccination, network security) are completed. This includes annual trainings for research staff.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned.

3-5 years of relevant experience

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Advanced skills in Micro Soft office suite of products

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Provide write-ups for funder-required grant reports and other documents, as requested, related to Good Food U and Good Food Fellows programs.

Support the monitoring and evaluation of research grants awarded to Good Food Fellows. Supervise and training project/program coordinator.

Provides information to clients related to crime and/or court case. Answers general questions from the public.

Coordinates client court appearances. Escorts clients to courtroom and provides support while testifying.

Prepares and maintains statistical records. Records case file information in tracking system.

Performs administrative duties such as preparing correspondence and processing incoming mail for case files.

May serve as liaison with advocacy groups, clinical and other service providers, community outreach services and law enforcement personnel.

At least five (5) years experience in research administration and/or project management.

Project management experience, with ability to juggle/complete multiple projects

Successful demonstration of volunteer coordination & management

Excellent written and oral communications skills required

Thorough knowledge and use of common office software required

Knowledge of various research programs (NIH, NHLBI, American Heart Association)

Manage and coordinate yearly financial audits and state audits as it pertains to the Grant Management component

Conduct monthly meetings with GL Accountant and Regional Program Manager to resolve reconciling items.

Understand specific grant requirements; ensure compliance on contract conditions and ensure reporting requirements are met.

Abila/Sage MIP General Ledger Experience

Maintain records to ensure individuals that are allocated to federal grants are not overallocated.

Strong understanding of grant accounting

Coordinate with grant managers to keep an updated schedule of reporting requirements

General Ledger tracking & reporting on grant expenditure activities

Review and setup of awarded grants fund codes in the General Ledger

Verification of payroll related expenses to grants with proper documentation

File for reimbursement from all reimbursable grants

Create procedure manuals that document best practices for implementation & monitoring