Grants and Contracts Administrator - University Hospital, Newark NJ

The primary purpose of the Grants and Contracts Administrator is to establish grant budgets in the hospital financial system and analyze detailed grant activity to ensure post-award expenses are in alignment with pre-award funding. The Grants and Contracts Administrator is also required to submit quarterly expenditure and fiscal reports to granting agencies and lead all financial aspects of the grant program, including providing leadership and guidance at meetings and in communications with the Principal Investigator, the granting agencies, and third-party auditors.

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance is required. A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in grants accounting is preferred , with an emphasis on post-award analysis. Knowledge of restricted fund accounting principles, procedures, and standards required. Ability to provide technical advice and information to staff and management as it pertains to grants. Strong analytical and computer skills required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis.