Budget and Grants Administrator

Join the 1890 Universities Foundation as the Budget and Grants Administrator and become an integral part of a dynamic organization dedicated to advancing collaborative, high-impact programs across the 1890 system of land-grant universities. In this role, you will provide guidance and oversight to sub-awardees and their staff in preparing grant agreements and contracts to ensure federal grant requirements.

About the 1890 Universities Foundation:

Established in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, DC, the 1890 Universities Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable and educational organization committed to supporting the core missions of (19) 1890 land-grant universities primarily located in the southern United States.

Role and Responsibilities:

In the capacity of the Budget and Grants Administrator, you will collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator and the leadership team to provide Budget and grant oversight for the USDA - Forest Services Grant.

Job duties:

• Provide guidance and oversight to sub-awardees and their staff in preparing grant agreements and contracts to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.
• Review grant applications to ensure alignment with the specific requirements of the federal grant.
• Deliver presentations and training sessions on federal grant management processes to sub-awardees and stakeholders.
• Grants Management Activities will include: regular review, reconciliation and forecasting of award finances; preparing adjustments and corrections to award budgets, preparing financial reports and ensuring all financial requirements have been met in compliance with university, state, federal and sponsor guidelines
• Work with USDA F.S. and the Foundation's external auditors for monitoring and audits. - Ensure compliance with Budget and spending.
• Upon award set up, review account establishment parameters, including billing and reporting requirements, budget, and cost-sharing obligations to include pooled position numbers and activity codes as required
• ·Coordinate with relevant individuals and make adjustments to payroll for all budgeted positions (including relative cost sharing positions, processing funding change forms and temporary position hiring actions);
• Closeout all funded projects consistent with university process and timelines

As a member of the team, you can expect

• Competitive pay
• Great benefits – Including medical, Rx, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
• Remote role
• Training – There is a supportive leadership team that will help you get started in your role.
• Extraordinary culture – The team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of the young people they serve and within the higher education community. Their culture is one that values people, community outreach and education/academics.

If you have the following, they want to hear from you:

• Five (5) + years of experience working in finance, accounting, or grant management is typically required. This might include experience in budgeting, financial analysis, grant writing, or grant administration.
• Specific experience managing grants, preparing budgets, and working with funding agencies or donors is highly desirable.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field is often required
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for accurately managing budgets and Grants.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary for preparing reports, communicating with stakeholders, and presenting budget proposals.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Apply now! 1890 Universities Foundation is an EOE!