Remote Research Grants Finance Administrator

Wistar; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wistar Institute, a Philadelphia-based research center, invites applications for a remote Research Financial Administrator in our Finance department. The role centers on grant-related financial support and reporting for scientific staff, with emphasis on pre- and post-award administration.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's in accounting with at least two years in federal grant accounting, strong Excel/Word skills, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in federal grant financial administration.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and word processing; strong communication.
• Workday experience desirable; data analysis a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level financial support to Scientific Staff.
• Manage pre- and post-award financial administration of grants.
• Prepare financial aspects of federal and non-federal proposals.
• Act as liaison between funding agencies and scientific staff.
• Administer awards in compliance with agency and institutional policies.
• Prepare invoices and reports of expenditures for sponsoring agencies.
• Prepare financial analyses to determine annual budgets and projections.
• Consult with staff to allocate personnel efforts to funding sources.
• Review account activity for policy compliance; review POs and salary allocations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data analysis

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Wistar Institute, a Philadelphia-based research center, invites applications for a remote Research Financial Administrator in our Finance department. The role centers on grant-related financial support and reporting for scientific staff, with emphasis on pre- and post-award administration.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's in accounting with at least two years in federal grant accounting, strong Excel/Word skills, and effective communication.