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Student Assistant, Finance & Accounting

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Student Assistant, Finance & Accounting

Req No: 2022-13584
Category: Accounting/Finance
Type: Full-Time Central Staff
Salary: GSI/GSII/GSIII = $5,200 to $7,416/month depending on experience and classification
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Overview
This position works a hybrid in-offce/remote schedule.

The SDSU Research Foundation has an available position in the post award department within the Sponsored Research Services (SRS) Division. The SRS Division supports the research mission of San Diego State University in the areas of grant development and administration, including: developing and submitting proposals; negotiating grant and contract award and subawards; and administering grants, contracts, research support funds and other campus and community programs. In addition, the division provides administrative support for gift funds on behalf of The Campanile Foundation.

The SR Administration (SRA), Grant Specialist is responsible for the post award administration, compliance and fiscal management of sponsored programs including the preparing and analyzing cost projections. The incumbent is directly responsible for managing an assigned portfolio of funds, applying specialized knowledge, and understanding, interpreting and effectively communicating complex federal regulations and internal policies and procedures.



Responsibilities
  • Analyze and monitor contractual agreements and grant awards to ensure awards are managed in accordance with administrative restrictions, reporting and compliance requirements.
  • Regularly interact with principal investigators to provide information regarding sponsor agency regulations and requirements; advise PI’s on Research Foundation, San Diego State University, California State University System, and funding agency policies applicable to their awards.
  • Act as a liaison with funding agency contacts and work with principal investigators to submit notifications and requests for prior approvals.
  • Provide detailed, comprehensive financial guidance and cost projections on projects funded from both public and private sources with multiple performance periods and varying administrative requirements.
  • Regularly interact with principal investigators to provide financial advice, business support, analytic services, general accounting, and corrective action planning.
  • Manage projects with consideration to service, audits and compliance. Review and approve all expenditures and cost transfers with consideration for internal policy and procedures, sponsor restrictions, regulatory compliance, and availability of funds.
  • Inform and advise PI’s and project personnel on grant and contract restrictions to ensure regulatory compliance. Enforce restrictions to protect against audit disallowance or non-reimbursement of expenditures and provide guidance on alternative options as appropriate.
  • Responsible for oversight and fiscal monitoring of subagrements including review and approval of expenditures, internal audits in conjunction with payment requests, rebudgeting, compliance issues, cost sharing, and problem resolution.
  • Monitor and document cost sharing in accordance with sponsor reporting and audit requirements. Work proactively to ensure cost sharing obligations are met. Identify areas of concern and work with investigators, SRA management, and sponsor agencies to negotiate modifications to cost sharing requirements.
  • Conduct closeout audits to ensure all compliance and award specific requirements have been met and documentation is complete and audit ready.


Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of current computer and office automation equipment and software and ability to learn new electronic systems-
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, sponsor agency reporting requirements, audit policies and federal regulations specifically 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
  • Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and practices to include complex calculations prepare and present financial analysis to PI’s in a clear and concise manner
  • Ability to effectively communicate with PIs, university administrators, RF staff, and agency representatives
  • .Ability to use independent professional judgment in situations that are different from the typical daily experience.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and organizing skills with the ability to work proactively and develop solutions to complex problems.
  • Ability to utilize internal and external information systems and accounting applications in analysis, research and reporting activities and other projects.
  • Ability to interpret and applying terms and conditions in conjunction with institutional policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple deadlines and tasks with tact and diplomacy under pressure.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (GRANT SPECIALIST SERIES)

GRANT SPECIALIST I

Required Experience/Education
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Accounting or related field, OR 4 years of progressive responsibility in an institution of higher education, research institution or non-profit organization or related accounting experience.
  • Experience with interpreting and applying terms and conditions in conjunction with institutional policies and procedures.


GRANT SPECIALIST II

Required Experience/Education
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Accounting or related field, OR 4 years of progressive responsibility in an institution of higher education, research institution or non-profit organization or related accounting experience.
  • 1 year of direct experience in the field of research administration

GRANT SPECIALIST III

Required Experience/Education
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Accounting or related field, OR 4 years of progressive responsibility in an institution of higher education, research institution or non-profit organization or related accounting experience.
  • 4 year of direct experience in the field of research administration

GRANT SPECIALIST IV

Required Experience/Education
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Accounting or related field, OR 4 years of progressive responsibility in an institution of higher education, research institution or non-profit organization or related accounting experience.
  • 7-years of direct experience in the field of research administration


Preferred Qualifications and Special Skills (GS I - IV)
  • Previous experience working with regulations and policies related to research administration
  • Previous experience with Ellucian Banner, Softdocs Etrieve, SharePoint, ChromeRiver (or other related electronic systems)
  • Previous experience working in research administration in either a pre-award or post award capacity.


ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:
  • Hybrid in-office/telework arrangement in place.
  • This position will remain open until filled.
  • Incumbent must live within a commutable distance to SDSU.
  • A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation
  • San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer

The COVID-19 vaccine is required by the CSU for all SDSU Research Foundation employees as a condition of employment. Should you be offered a position, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination status. Individuals who obtain an approved medical or religious exemption on file will be required to complete regular COVID-19 testing


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Since it was founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. SDSU's approximately 32,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.

SDSU's annual economic impact to the state of California is $6.5 billion, according to an impact report done by the California State University in 2010.

Of SDSU's 280,000-plus alumni, approximately 60 percent live in San Diego. They comprise more than half the region's engineers, teachers, entrepreneurs and the local workforce for a host of other industries.

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Research: Since 2000, SDSU faculty and staff have attracted more than $1.7 billion in grants and contracts for research and programs ranging from cardiovascular disease to marine biology.

Diversity: SDSU ranks No. 19 in the nation for racial diversity and among the top universities for economic diversity. SDSU was ranked No. 11 in the nation and No. 4 in California for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook for Higher Education

International Study: SDSU offers 350 international education programs in 50 countries. Nearly 12,000 students have studied abroad in the past 12 years.

Community Service: SDSU is a recognized leader in innovative efforts to improve urban K-12 education. The City Heights Educational Collaborative and Compact for Success both positively impact the academic achievement of elementary, middle and high school students in the local area.

Sustainability: Sustainability is an every-day part of the university culture at San Diego State University. Students, faculty and staff all participate in a myriad of ways, from festivals, to research to academic programs. In spring 2014, SDSU opens its first LEED Platinum Certified building — the 206,000 square-foot Aztec Student Union.

Company info
Telephone
619-594-5200
Location
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego
CA
92182
US

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