Description

Our client, a well-established institution in higher education is currently searching for a Grants Financial Officer to join their team in the Boston area. This role offers the flexibility to work 3 days a week in the office (actual days negotiable).

Company Overview: Our client is an inclusive community dedicated to the convergence of engineering, science, and medicine to transform human health for all. Key initiatives include accelerating innovation, forming strategic partnerships with hospitals and industries, and fostering an educational environment for future health leaders. This institution is world-renowned for its excellent benefits, great culture, and opportunities for influencing process improvements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advise and educate on all aspects of research administration including policies and federal regulations.

• Perform complex pre- and post-award sponsored research administration.

• Provide advice and support on all matters pertaining to financial management of the assigned portfolio.

• Ensure compliance with grants and contracts.

• Prepare financial analyses, forecasts, forms, and reports.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 3-5 years of direct/related financial/accounting experience.

• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Self-motivation and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Proficiency with SAP, Cognos, Brio, and Excel (or similar accounting software or financial portals).

• Ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contract management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of federal guidelines.

• Experience in financial administration in a university/hospital/nonprofit organization and with COEUS or other grants management systems.

• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, NIH, and other federal sponsor policies.

• Experience at an institute similar to MIT and familiarity with its finance and research administration policies.

The successful candidate must have experience with NIH, faculty support, and strong compliance expertise. A background from a higher education or research-oriented hospital is preferred.

If you are an ambitious individual with the above qualifications, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today!!!

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