Grants Manager

Overview

About Hofstra

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Description

Reporting to the Vice Provost for Research and Sponsored Programs, the Grants Manager provides administrative support to all Principal Investigators to ensure compliance and efficiency in all post-award activities. The Grants Manager shall provide oversight for planning, budgeting, invoicing, and reporting of University sponsored programs and shall work closely with the Office for Sponsored Research and the Controller’s Office to ensure proper coordination, adequate training and ensure compliance requirements are met.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews proposal budgets to ensure compliance with University policy and sponsoring agency regulations.
• Ensures all approved proposal budgets are appropriate and reviews and approves all budget adjustments to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.
• Monitors post-award grant administration, including financial activity and spending in accordance with sponsor guidelines.
• Works with the Controller’s Office to ensure all revenue and expenditures are properly recorded.
• Ensures submission of all invoice/billings on a timely basis.
• Ensures compliance with University policy and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs subrecipient monitoring, and oversight of Single Audit requirements.
• Ensures compliance with time and effort reporting requirements. Reviews and documents internal controls processes and grant policies.
• Provides regular training for and communication with Principal Investigators and sponsoring agencies and coordinates activities with the University’s Office for Research and Sponsored Programs and the Controller’s Office.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field required.
• Minimum 4 – 6 years of experience in post-award Grants Administration/Sponsored Programs.
• Strong knowledge of Office of Management and Budget – Uniform Guidance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to contributing positively to an inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Single Audit and reporting requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of Banner Ellucian financial systems and Crystal Reports.
• Experience in Higher Education Grants Administration.