The George Washington University (GW) has recently announced the position of Director of Grants and Contracts Accounting Services (GCAS). We are seeking a grants and contracts professional individual to be a part of our management team.

GWs increasing focus on becoming a national center for research excellence is reflected in the significant growth in sponsored research programs at the University from approximately $54 million in expenditures in 1997 to approximately $125 million in 2004. Along with this growth in research activity is the investment in people and resources necessary to enable GW to conduct research in accordance with the highest standards of ethics for academic scholarship, personal integrity and business conduct.

This very responsible and demanding position is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the Universitys Research Administration operation. We are seeking a highly qualified person to lead our post-award group and be part of the leadership team in a fully integrated research administration unit.

GCAS maintains its operation at the GW Virginia Campus, which is its flagship research and technology campus located in Loudoun County in the heart of Northern Virginia. About 30 miles outside of Washington, D.C., Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. It is a burgeoning technology and biomedical research region to the east, and historical horse country to the west.

Title: Director, Grants and Contract Accounting Services (GCAS)

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To manage the Grant and Contract Accounting Service (GCAS) Unit and to provide expert level professional services related to grant and contract accounting to include, but not limited to, consultation on regulatory and policy issues, compilation of financial documents in accordance with federal regulations, final rate negotiations with agencies, innovative use/integration of new technology and the development of training materials for GCAS and University researchers.

ENTRY LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is necessary. A Masters degree in Business Administration or related field and/or a Certified Public Accountant credential are preferred. A minimum of seven years of management experience in a post award grants management office in a large, complex non-profit organization and a minimum of five years of experience in fund accounting and/or grant accounting and grant budgeting and forecasting is necessary. Substantial experience in the principles, practices and procedures as they relate to federal and non-federal sponsored research in a Research Medical University is necessary. Strong familiarity with computer-oriented applications and technology is necessary. Previous experience with Oracle financial software is desirable. Proven strong leadership, communication and presentation skills are necessary. The ability to work effectively in a team environment is necessary. Demonstrated success in change management, to include business process re-engineering and/or implementation of new information systems is preferred.