Director of Grants and Contracts

Summary:This position directs all aspects of the Grants and Contract Accounting unit under the Assistant Vice President for Finance/Comptroller. Provide accounting services for sponsored project funds, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local government, sponsor and AlabamaA&M University regulations and policies. Monitoring compliance with cost accounting standards, preparing recurring and special reports and analyses, developing and delivering training to departmental employees and to the campus community.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs analyses and review of financial transaction for federal, state and local restricted funds.Performs reporting and compliance activities within the guidelines of the respective Circulars as listed in the Code of Federal Register.Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, invoices, and reconciliationsAssists Principal Investigator (PI) with inquires relative to the Grants Accounting process and the facilitation of the grants.Works closely in collaboration with Campus partners, namely Title III and Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.Assists with month-end and year-end close out and financial statement preparation.Prepares SEFA at year end.Provides leadership to the Grants Accounting staff.Provides training and workshops to the campus constituency.Ensures an effective and efficient operations of post award activity.Performs other duties as assigned.Attend special training sessions related to updates on Federal, State and Local guidelines related to associated funding sources.Minimum Position Requirements (including years of experience, certifications, licenses, etc.):* A bachelor's degree in accounting and three (3) years of Grants and Contracts accounting experienceORA four-year bachelor's degree and five (5) years of related professional level experience.* One year of leadership or supervisory experience is required* Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably Ellucian Banner.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of internal controls relative to finance and accounting processesIn depth knowledge of state and federal regulations and procedures relative to grants processingStrong verbal and written communication skillsA strong foundation and understanding of generally accepted accounting principlesStrong understanding of internal controls relative to business processesExperience with computer-based accounting systemsExperience with Cayuse Research Administration Software, a plus.