Post-Award Grants Administrator

Research-Foundation-Cun; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking a Project Administrator to manage post-award fiscal matters for a group of grant-funded awards, overseeing the budget lifecycle, billing, and reporting with a focus on compliance and accuracy.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and Assistant Director, you will supervise an Assistant Project Administrator, support Principal Investigators, and drive financial controls and process improvements across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Two years grant administration experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interact with various levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-award fiscal matters for assigned grant awards across the budget lifecycle.
• Prepare budgets, modifications, and award closeouts.
• Provide financial guidance to Principal Investigators and project staff on expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor terms and CUNY/RF policies.
• Prepare interim and final billings and financial reports.
• Maintain award records and assist auditors during reviews.
• Train and supervise staff and drive process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking a Project Administrator to manage post-award fiscal matters for a group of grant-funded awards, overseeing the budget lifecycle, billing, and reporting with a focus on compliance and accuracy.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and Assistant Director, you will supervise an Assistant Project Administrator, support Principal Investigators, and drive financial controls and process improvements across projects.