Post Award Grants Analyst

Western Colorado University; Central City (CO); Remote; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Post-Award Grants Analyst. The position reports to the Controller, works closely with the Accounting department, the Pre-Award Specialist, and Department administrative staff, and is responsible for the management of all University grants, from setup to closeout.

This job is eligible for remote work. The Post-Award Grants Analyst administers funding from federal, state, and private grants, ensures compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year working in an accounting-related field, which may be substituted for an advanced finance or accounting degree.
• One year of post-award grants management is preferred; Workday experience and Excel data analysis experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer funding from federal, state, and private grants/sponsored projects awarded to the university.
• Ensure compliance and financial reporting requirements are met.
• Provide data analysis to help guide department decision-making throughout the grant.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Workday

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Job Description

Position

Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position ofPost-Award Grants Analyst. The position reports to the Controller, works closely with the Accounting department, the Pre-Award Specialist, and Department administrative staff , and is responsible for the management of all University grants, from setup to closeout. This job is eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

The Post-Award Grants Analyst is responsible for administering funding from federal, state, and private grants/sponsored projects awarded to the university, ensuring the institution meets compliance and financial reporting requirements. This position will also work closely with department finance, providing data analysis to help guide them in their decision-making throughout the grant.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and one year working in an accounting-related field, which may be substituted for an advanced finance or accounting degree.

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in finance or accounting, one year of post-award grants management, Workday experience, and Excel data analysis experience.

Compensation

$50,000-60,000. This position is FLSA exempt. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

Application deadline

October 18th.

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit to learn more about the university.

Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated community organizations enrich the lives of many in the tight‑knit community. Living in the valley , one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross‑country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre‑K-12 students are served by the highly‑ranked Gunnison Watershed School District .

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An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS

It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:

Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at or .