Post-Award Grants & Contracts Specialist

Arizona-State-University; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reduction for employee and/or/

Retirement plans

Recreational and cultural activities

Job summary

Arizona State University in Scottsdale seeks a Research Contract Specialist 2 to support grant and contract administration within the Cash Management group. The role focuses on post‑award accounting, compliance reviews, and providing guidance to stakeholders to ensure adherence to sponsor and regulatory requirements.

This entry‑level position offers supervision and opportunities to learn project accounting, cost analysis, and cash management while collaborating with a broad set of internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalency options include a mix of experience and training.
• Experience with grants/contracts and fiscal grants management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to ensure timely, accurate post‑award accounting of cash management activities.
• Assist with ACH wire, check identification and deposit processes.
• Support Treasury deposits, foundation draws, sponsor refunds, and journal entries.

Skills

Grant management

Compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Arizona State University in Scottsdale seeks a Research Contract Specialist 2 to support grant and contract administration within the Cash Management group. The role focuses on post‑award accounting, compliance reviews, and providing guidance to stakeholders to ensure adherence to sponsor and regulatory requirements.

This entry‑level position offers supervision and opportunities to learn project accounting, cost analysis, and cash management while collaborating with a broad set of internal