A diverse, student-centered, globally engaged public university, California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is committed to providing undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities through superior teaching, research, creative activity and service for the people of California and the world. With its values of Educational Opportunity, Excellence, Diversity, Integrity and Service, CSULB's core academic purpose is to graduate students with highly-valued degrees. CSULB envisions changing lives by expanding educational opportunities, championing creativity and preparing leaders for a changing world.  Known nationally as "The Beach," CSULB overlooks the Pacific Ocean, its 322-acre campus designed to encourage student involvement and success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RQUIREMENTS:
Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Sponsored Programs, the Grants and Contracts Administrator (GCA) will be responsible for the day-to-day post-award administration of a portfolio of sponsored grants, contracts and agreements; primary customer contact for Principal Investigators, project staff and University staff for the post-award administration of assigned grant and contract awards from federal, state and local government, as well as, private and non-profit sponsors.  The GCA uses accounting and analytical skills to monitor, track, prepare and submit grant and contract invoices and financial reports to external funding sources.

GCA duties include but are not limited to: setting up new sponsored account funds and budgets; preparing sponsor invoicing and/or financial reporting, reconciling and closing accounts in a timely manner; handling multiple projects simultaneously; reviewing and approving transactions/cost transfers for allowability, allocability and reasonableness; reviewing all award guidelines and/or sponsor restrictions/requirements and providing guidance to Principal Investigators/University staff to facilitate and ensure financial compliance; understanding and applying federal regulations governing grants/contracts, sponsor guidelines and University/Foundation policies/procedures; prioritizing work and consistently meeting deadlines; maintaining cooperative working relationships with representatives of sponsoring agencies, Principal Investigators and University/Foundation departmental personnel; may interpret sponsor or proposal administrative requirements and/or contact sponsoring agencies in order to amplify regulations and/or requirements; serve as a compliance resource for all post-award processes; work closely to coordinate with pre-award staff and/or GCA co-workers to assure compliance with sponsor and University/Foundation rules, regulations and procedures; other duties as assigned.

Overtime may periodically be required.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.  Minimum of one (1) year experience in a sponsored programs/contracts office or department (post-award accounting experience preferred) in a university, hospital or other research intensive organization required (3 years Post-award experience preferred); must be able to demonstrate a strong interest in working in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment with frequent deadline pressures; must have strong customer service skills; attention to detail and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy; good math skills necessary; ability to perform mid-level financial analysis, clearly and effectively express ideas or positions both orally and in writing; ability to communicate and interact with diverse groups and function effectively and calmly in difficult situations which require a high degree of tact and diplomacy; must be organized, have strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office and must be highly proficient in Excel; previous experience with People Soft accounting software preferred; able to accommodate flexible scheduling during audit and/or deadline periods.

Must be able to accept constructive criticism, prioritize work load, be professional and interact positively and work collaboratively with others.  Regular attendance required.

SALARY:
Commensurate with Experience (Non-Exempt).

FILING DEADLINE:
Open Until Filled

APPLICANT PROCEDURE:
Interested individuals should forward their cover letter, resume, salary history (required) and completed employment application referencing Position #2266 to CSULB Foundation, 6300 State University Drive, Ste. 332, Long Beach, CA 90815 or visit our web site at www.foundation.csulb.edu for e-mail instructions. A separate application is necessary for each job opportunity posting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to clarify on their application their ability to perform the job for which they are applying. Individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position should provide necessary information to the Associate Director of Human Resources. Additionally, individuals invited to interview for this position should inform the Associate Director of Human Resources at the time of invitation, of any requirements for a reasonable accommodation.

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