Grants & Financial Operations Specialist (Hybrid/Remote)

Inside Higher Ed; West Kingston (RI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

A higher education institution in West Kingston seeks a Grants and Financial Coordinator to manage pre- and post-award financial services. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and involves assisting Principal Investigators with grant proposals, budget management, and compliance. Applicants should possess strong organizational and communication skills. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance, health care, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with preference in Accounting, Finance, Public Health, Biology, Health Science, Science, Engineering, or Math.
• Proficiency in Google applications and FileMaker.
• Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-award activity and provide grant support.
• Manage sponsored research funding and oversee spending on grants.
• Provide financial support and reporting using Workday.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent math skills

File management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

A higher education institution in West Kingston seeks a Grants and Financial Coordinator to manage pre- and post-award financial services. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and involves assisting Principal Investigators with grant proposals, budget management, and compliance. Applicants should possess strong organizational and communication skills. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits including tuition assistance, health care, and more.