Grants Manager A/B (Abramson Cancer Center) - University of Pennsylvania

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Posted Job Title

Grants Manager A/B (Abramson Cancer Center)





Job Profile Title

Grants Manager A





Job Description Summary

Directly report to Director of Grant Administrator, Abramson Cancer Center. Under direction, primary function is to oversee day-to-day financial operations of Pre and Post Awards within the ACC. Duties associated preparing proposal budgets NIH, NSF and other sponsor program entities and agencies in PennERA; monitor grant expenditures for compliance, monitor financial activities, produce financial report. Will be responsible for preparing, processing, and maintaining month/quarter/annual financial reports (Ben Fin/Business Objects), Monthly/weekly payroll and Salary grids / WorkDay system). Journals and other financial transactions (Concur / Ben Fin). Prepare, process and track pre and Post awards for sponsor program funds and Progress Reports (RPPR) (e-Commons/PennERA); along with preparing, processing and maintaining Sub-award/with Purchase Orders within the Research Inventory System (RIS and Ben Fin) along with incoming and outgoing Invoices. Prepare and process Just in Time, Account System Information (AIS), Close outs and new proposals for NIH, foundation, Fellowship, and other agencies using PennERA system; and tracking Notice of Awards (NIH e-Common); Attending weekly meetings with the Manager. Assist with the process and tracking of Post-docs. Prepare, track and maintain all follow-ups for financial activities until the project is completed. Other duties assigned. Provide liaison to the School of Medicine’s Research Support Services (ORSS) and to the University’s Office of Research Services (ORS). This position will have a dotted report line to PSOM Office of Research Support Services. Hybrid Eligible - This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with a work week divided between working onsite and working remotely (after Probation Period).





Job Description


Job Responsibilities




Grants Manager A: Primary function is to oversee day-to-day financial operations within the ACC. Duties associated preparing proposal budgets NIH, NSF and other sponsor program entities in PennERA; monitor grant expenditures for compliance, monitor financial activities, produce financial report. Will be responsible for preparing, processing, and maintaining month/quarter/annual financial reports (Ben Fin/Business Objects), Monthly/weekly payroll and Salary grids (WorkDay). Pro-card and other financial transactions (Concur / Ben Fin). Prepare, process and track pre and Post awards for sponsor program funds and Progress Reports (RPPR) (e-Commons/PennERA); along with preparing, processing and maintaining Sub-award/with Purchase Orders within the Research Inventory System (RIS and Ben Fin) along with incoming and outgoing Invoices. Prepare and process Just in Time, Account System Information (AIS), Close outs and new proposals for NIH, foundation, Fellowship, and other agencies using PennERA system; and tracking Notice of Awards (NIH e-Common); Attending faculty monthly meetings with the Manager. Assist with the process and tracking of Post-docs. Prepare, track and maintain all follow-ups for financial activities until the project is completed. Other duties assigned. Provide liaison to the School of Medicine’s Research Support Services (ORSS) and to the University’s Office of Research Services (ORS). This position will have a dotted report line to PSOM Office of Research Support Services.




Grants Manager B ; Responsible for the overall financial management of the Grant portfolio and other financial matters of the Abramson Cancer Center (ACC). Primary function is to oversee day-to-day financial operations within the ACC along with Pre and Post Awards. Duties associated (but limited to): Preparing and maintaining new proposals, Just in Time (JIT) and Progress Reports (RPPR) for NIH, NSF, DOD, foundation, Fellowship, and other agencies using PennERA system, e-Commons, ASSIST and other systems; and track for accuracy Notice of Awards (NIH e-Commons and other systems) along with Account System Information (AIS). Preparing, processing and maintaining Sub-award and Other applications within the Research Inventory System (RIS), along with Purchase Orders (Ben Fin) and maintaining/reviewing charges, incoming and outgoing Invoices. Preparing, processing, and maintaining month/quarter/annual financial reports (Ben Fin/Business Objects), monthly/weekly payroll and Salary grids (PennWorks system), budget journals and financial journals, and other financial transactions (Concur / Ben Fin), and Close outs with manger and ORSS. Assist with the process and tracking of Post-docs and Patient enrollment (when needed). Prepare, track and maintain all follow-ups for financial activities until the project/award are completed and/or closed out. Other duties assigned. Provide liaison to the School of Medicine’s Research Support Services (ORSS) and to the University’s Office of Research Services (ORS). This position will have a dotted report line to PSOM Office of Research Support Services.








Qualifications




Grants Manger A; Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in grants management preferably in an academic setting. Advanced understanding of research administration required; experience with federal sponsored agencies preferred. Working knowledge of CAS A21 and A-110. Strong computer skill and proficiency in Microsoft office (spreadsheet, word and others); experience in university financial (ben-financials, Business objects, Con-Cur, WorkDay, and other) and research administration accounting systems (PennERA, AIS, protocols, and RIS) preferred. Knowledge of Database software, preferred; Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills; be detailed oriented and adhere to strict internal and external deadlines. Must be flexible and able to work as a team as well as independently





Grants Manager B: Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in grants management in an academic setting, strongly preferred. Advanced understanding of research administration required; experience with federal sponsored agencies a must. Working knowledge of CAS A21 and A-110; along with e-Commons and ASSIST. Strong computer skill and proficiency in Microsoft office (spreadsheet, word and other applications); experience in university financial (ben-financials, Business objects, Con-Cur, WorkDay and other system) and research administration accounting systems (PennERA, AIS, protocols, and RIS). Knowledge of Database software, strongly preferred; Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills; be detailed oriented and adhere to strict internal and external deadlines and policies. Must be flexible and able to work as a team as well as independently.


POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTINUED FUNDING






Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania





Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine





Pay Range

$51,824.00 - $80,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.










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