Senior Post-Award Grants Analyst

tulanectsi; New Orleans, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Grants and Contracts Post-Award Specialist to manage post-award activities for a portfolio of sponsored projects. You will reconcile finances, prepare budget adjustments, and ensure closeout compliance while supporting faculty with timely, accurate financial information.

Responsibilities include detailed reporting, adherence to federal rules, and collaboration with post-award specialists to resolve issues. Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 3 years of grants/contracts management experience, or a high school diploma with 5 years related experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to analyze data effectively.
• Familiarity with federal rules and university policies governing grants and contracts.
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools, especially PeopleSoft or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-award activities for an assigned grant/contract portfolio.
• Review, reconcile, and project award finances; prepare budget adjustments and corrections.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure all award requirements are met at closeout.
• Interact with faculty to provide guidance on post-award matters and compliance.
• Apply costing rules accurately to federally funded projects and effort allocation.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Financial literacy

PeopleSoft experience

Grants/contracts knowledge

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma/equivalent

Tools

MS Office

PeopleSoft Financial system

Job description

Tulane University is seeking a Grants and Contracts Post-Award Specialist to manage post-award activities for a portfolio of sponsored projects. You will reconcile finances, prepare budget adjustments, and ensure closeout compliance while supporting faculty with timely, accurate financial information.

Responsibilities include detailed reporting, adherence to federal rules, and collaboration with post-award specialists to resolve issues. Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills are essential.