Grants & Contracts Finance Lead

Auburn University; Alabama; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Contracts & Grants Accountant to oversee financial activities for extramural programs across the university system in Alabama. The role involves reviewing award documents, monitoring budgets, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and sponsor requirements.

Collaboration with investigators and staff is expected to ensure accurate reconciliations and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration and 0–2 years of accounting experience (Level I).
• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of accounting experience (Level II).
• Bachelor's or Master’s in Accounting/Finance with extensive experience (Level III).

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial reviews of sponsored agreements, including budget and project terms.
• Update sponsored and cost‑share accounts in financial systems.
• Process amendments to awards and budget reallocations; support interim and final reporting.
• Prepare financial reports in accordance with sponsor terms and invoice sponsors as needed.
• Bill and reconcile grant/contract receivables; manage federal fund draws.
• Provide regulatory guidance on applicable laws and university policies to faculty and staff.
• Maintain expertise on 2 CFR 200 and other sponsor requirements; participate in professional development.
• Review cost transfers for proper recording and reporting.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in costing; maintain organized financial records.
• Support grant closeout activities and final reporting; interact with researchers and administration.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Auburn University is seeking a Contracts & Grants Accountant to oversee financial activities for extramural programs across the university system in Alabama. The role involves reviewing award documents, monitoring budgets, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and sponsor requirements.

Collaboration with investigators and staff is expected to ensure accurate reconciliations and timely reporting.