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    Fund Administrator - Athens, GA, United States - The University of Georgia

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    Working Title:
    Research Funding Administrator

    About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ().

    The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

    UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.News & World Report.

    The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

    UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

    Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.


    Retirement Plan:
    TRS or ORP

    Full/Part time:
    Full Time

    EEO Policy Statement:
    The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

    Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (.


    Minimum Qualifications:
    Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field


    Position Summary:

    The Research Funding Administrator position is considered a hands-on, high-level responsibility individual that reports to the Research Project Manager for all research/sponsored accounting including monitoring grant awards for accuracy and compliance with standards and providing post-award guidance.

    This incumbent serves as the contact for pre and post-award grant administration between the Franklin College Business Office (FCBO) and UGA's Office of Sponsored Project Administration (SPA).

    In the pre-award stage, the person in this position closely interfaces with Principal Investigators and Sponsored Programs in the submission of grant proposals.

    The employee provides support for post-awarding activities, such as monitoring grant awards for accuracy and compliance with standards and providing post-award guidance.

    This individual manages and prepares monthly reconciliation reports for the unit's research/research related accounts and will aid faculty and staff regarding policies and procedures.

    Direct experience in the area of research administration or financial project management.

    Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.

    Knowledge of pre-award and post-award regulatory requirements.
    Familiarity with grant policies related to federal funding agencies.
    Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with a variety of groups in an academic environment.
    Software experience and expertise in:
    MS Office Suite
    Adobe

    Sitting and working at a computer for extended periods of time.

    Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes
    Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

    Credit and P-Card policy:
    Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

    Background Investigation Policy:

    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

    You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
    Provide financial support and reports to faculty in the post-award stage of research projects.
    Account management and monthly reconciliation for restricted projects.
    Process HR/payroll actions that are related to grant projects for faculty and staff.
    Meet with faculty PI's to review account activity, and ensure proper close-out of accounts.
    Assist faculty with effort and assist with planning.

    Interface with and assist the departmental accountant with correct chart strings for travel authorities and expense statements, especially as it relates to grant projects.

    Sub-contract administration, administrative action requests, research buyouts, no-cost extensions, and ensuring that grant projects are closed out properly.
    Ensure that grant activities and expenditures are in accordance with federal, state, and university policies.

    Serve the Franklin College faculty in preparing and processing highly complex grant proposals, assist with proposal development, and non-typical reporting requirements utilizing the e-portal.

    Assist faculty, staff and graduate students in propose/application development, preparation and submission (both new proposals and proposal for additional funding to existing agreements).

    Create budgets, budget justifications, cost share budgets, directions regarding proposal content and formats to assure compliance with agency guidelines and requests for information, applicable Federal, State and Institutional regulations.

    Insure accuracy of budgets, including salary and fringe benefits rates, travel, indirect costs, cost share and sub-contracts.
    Serve as the key liaison between SPA, departments, colleges and centers regarding all research administration questions.
    Provide assistance in identifying potential funding sources appropriate to faculty or students area of expertise or interest.
    Assist the PI in writing justifications for special approvals and exceptions to OMB policies.

    Handles all inquiries in conjunction with SPA regarding needed grant proposal information by granting agencies, faculty, collaborators and SPA.

    If necessary, works with the Foundation Office in proposal submission activities, including initiative review, eligibility assessment, and technical and budget development.

    As a member of the staff in the department, this position supports the faculty, staff and students in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences; this position either provides the requested customer service or refers it to the appropriate staff member to respond; Coordinate and provide leadership on special projects assigned by the director.

    Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, is expected of all employees when engaging with colleagues, faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public.



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