Grants Accountant II

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Compliance and Grants Accountant to ensure adherence to Federal, State, and foundation regulations governing grants and contracts awarded to Tulane University. This role covers post-award accounting for the Uptown campus, Health Sciences Center, School of Public Health, and Primate Center, along with related administrative duties for the Uptown campus.

Responsibilities include rigorous financial oversight, accurate reporting, and collaboration with campus units to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Two years of directly-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and foundation grant/contract rules.
• Perform post-award accounting for Tulane campuses (Uptown, HSC, SPH, Primate Center).
• Handle related administrative tasks for the Uptown campus.

Skills

Analytical skills

Spreadsheet skills

Professional conduct

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Compliance with Federal, State and foundation rules/regulations regarding those agencies that have awarded grants and/or contracts to Tulane University. This includes post‐award accounting for the uptown campus, the Health Science Center, the School of Public Health, and the Primate Center, as well as some administrative responsibilities for the Uptown campus.

Responsibilities

• Strong analytical ability
• Strong computer skills, with emphasis on spreadsheet and database applications
• Courteous and professional conduct

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

Two years of directly-related work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 1557
• Job Category Finance
• Posting Date 08/06/2026, 10:11 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States (Hybrid)
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department FIN Grants & Contracts Accounting