Business Unit: Smithsonian Institution’s Office of Sponsored Projects
Location: Arlington, VA (near Crystal City metro)

Summary:
The Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) at the Smithsonian Institution seeks an experienced, results-oriented Grants and Contracts Financial Analyst to provide technical assistance on all aspects of post award sponsored projects management. This position will support a diverse portfolio of government and private funding awards for research programs and projects. The incumbent will serve as primary financial contact for investigators and fund managers, and acts as liaison to sponsors regarding grant and contract financial matters.

Please note, this is NOT a Federal position.

Major Responsibilities:

• Reviews critical award terms to setup sponsored project accounts and budgets in the financial system.
• Reviews and monitors grant and contract financial data for validity and allowability of charges, in compliance with Smithsonian policies, sponsor terms and conditions, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), and other applicable federal rules and regulations.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned portfolio and provides guidance and timely responses to principal investigators, fund managers and other central offices in the administration of post award activities on sponsored projects.
• Monitors financial report due dates, prepares and submits financial reports for federal, other governmental and private sponsored awards.
• Prepares and submits accurate and timely payment requests, invoices and letter of credit drawdowns, as defined by the terms of sponsored agreements.
• Monitors cash position with various award types and proactively addresses collection issues to avoid revenue losses.
• Assists in developing training materials and provides training on multi-faceted issues to assist principal investigators, fund managers and others to properly manage post award activities on sponsored projects.

Qualification Requirements:

• At least 1 year of accounting experience with monitoring financial aspects of grants and contracts is preferred
• Degree in Finance is preferred
• Knowledge of Uniform Administrative Requirements, cost principles, and Audit requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200) is preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and be detail oriented
• Strong organizational, coordination and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP
• Knowledge of audit, indirect cost proposal process, and Federal Acquisition Regulations
• Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA) or Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credential

Note: If you want to receive full credit for relevant experience, your resume MUST contain the job title, duties, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary.

Smithsonian Institution offers eligible employees comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, life insurance options, vacation, sick leave and enrollment in the TIAA-CREF retirement plan, as well as commuter transit benefits.

For immediate consideration, please email your resume and cover letter to xxxxxx@si.edu with the subject line “Grant/Contract Financial Analyst”. The position is open until filled, but preference will be given to applications received by January 17th, 2020.