Grants & Research Administration Analyst I

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi seeks a Post-Award Research Administrator I to support the financial and administrative management of externally funded sponsored projects within the central Office of Research Support and Development in Hattiesburg.

Responsibilities include lifecycle management from setup through closeout, reviewing expenditures for sponsor requirements, and producing financial reports, invoicing, and budget monitoring in collaboration with faculty and central staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field.
• One year of experience in financial analysis, accounting, compliance, or administrative support.
• Familiarity with sponsor regulations (2 CFR 200) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of sponsored awards, supporting financial oversight and administration throughout the award lifecycle from setup through closeout.
• Interpret financial policies, award terms, and compliance requirements, escalating complex issues as appropriate.
• Review, reconcile, and monitor expenditures for compliance with sponsor requirements, institutional policies, and 2 CFR 200.
• Analyze award financial activity, identify variances or issues, and provide recommendations for stewardship.
• Prepare/review sponsor invoices, billing submissions, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with budget management including rebudgeting actions and cost transfers.
• Establish and maintain award financial records in institutional systems.
• Monitor subrecipient financial activity for compliance with subaward agreements and UG requirements.
• Support financial closeout of awards and ensure deadlines are met.
• Contribute to process improvements, controls, and audit readiness.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Financial software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workday

Ellucian

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi seeks a Post-Award Research Administrator I to support the financial and administrative management of externally funded sponsored projects within the central Office of Research Support and Development in Hattiesburg.

Responsibilities include lifecycle management from setup through closeout, reviewing expenditures for sponsor requirements, and producing financial reports, invoicing, and budget monitoring in collaboration with faculty and central staff.