Federal Grant and Contract Finance Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
129350Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Federal Grant and Contract Finance CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
CMNS-PhysicsCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Federal Grant and Contract Finance Coordinator is responsible for post-award management and administration of federal grants and contracts for faculty in the Department of Physics. This individual will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of faculty accounts, ensuring that resources are well managed, accurately reported and comply with federal and state regulations as well as University of Maryland policies and procedures. This position must adhere to University financial management standards, general management and accounting principles, practices, methods, and techniques. A successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to apply various policies and procedures to real-world situations. In addition, a successful candidate must be enthusiastic, positive, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and have a demonstrable ability to take initiative.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a similar capacity.
- Must have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with government grants or contracts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong financial management skills, including budget development, forecasting, and monitoring.
- Demonstrating proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and/or word processing.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work well with, and motivate, colleagues of varying responsibilities in the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective policies and procedures while analyzing situations and providing alternative solutions.
- Proven track record of successful grant management, including experience managing complex budgets and meeting reporting requirements.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple competing demands.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations and policies governing research administration, including but not limited to, Uniform Guidance, and OMB Circulars.
- Dedication to providing excellent service to internal and external customers
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Graduate level coursework in accounting or related fields.
- Experience with the shadow accounting software Priority BA4, or other similar accounting software.
- Prior experience in a University or lab setting working directly with faculty, researchers or individuals in other related fields.
Additional Information:
- The starting annual salary is between $64K – $80K, commensurate with experience.
- Up to 40% telework is available after successfully completing the onboarding period.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Normal office environment. Position requires travel to federal lab sites.
Posting Date:
04/22/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
05/06/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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