Grants & Research Budget Specialist

Clayton State University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a detail‑oriented professional to provide comprehensive research administration services, including financial management, purchasing and procurement, and general administrative support.

Responsibilities include managing 65+ departmental accounts, budget development, expense tracking, monthly reporting, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, university and sponsor requirements while coordinating with Post Award, Purchasing, Financials, Asset Management and IT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field with two years of experience in business, finance, accounting or other related field.
• Knowledge of grant guidelines and finance systems (e.g., PeopleSoft Financials) is preferred.
• Experience in a research department or sponsored program administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Account management for 65+ departmental accounts across state, funded and incentive funds.
• Budget development, monitoring and reporting to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, university and sponsor requirements; collaborate with Purchasing, Financials, Asset Management and IT.

Skills

Accounting & financial management

Interviewing & communications

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a detail‑oriented professional to provide comprehensive research administration services, including financial management, purchasing and procurement, and general administrative support.

Responsibilities include managing 65+ departmental accounts, budget development, expense tracking, monthly reporting, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, university and sponsor requirements while coordinating with Post Award, Purchasing, Financials, Asset Management and IT.