Sr. Grants Compliance Associate

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Grants Compliance Associate position will: Provide high level fiscal and compliance support to the Grants Compliance Teams. Serve as content expert for faculty, investigators, and college administrators on assigned transactions/spend categories related to Sponsor Program funding. Manage a complex workload demonstrating independent decision-making and required advanced understanding of institutional and sponsor regulations. Interpret and effectively communicate highly complex sponsor guidelines. Mentor less experienced staff in guidelines review. A successful Senior Associate should have the ability to perform the following essential skills and competencies: Multi-tasking and problem-solving Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Analyze complex situations and decide appropriate steps for resolution and follow-thru. Train, guide, and mentor less experienced staff in problem solving complex issues. Possess excellent verbal, written and customer service communication skills, time management, follow-through, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Working knowledge of federal or private agency sponsors, contract/grant regulations, Ohio State University policy and procedures. Promote a culture that supports work/life balance, peer collaboration, autonomy, and supportive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic research tools and financial management systems
• Two years of experience in research administration.
• Two years of experience reviewing financial transactions.

Nice To Haves

• Certification (e.g. CRA, CFRA, CPSM).
• 3 or more years of experience reviewing financial transactions associated with sponsor project funding.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level fiscal and compliance support to the Grants Compliance Teams.
• Serve as content expert for faculty, investigators, and college administrators on assigned transactions/spend categories related to Sponsor Program funding.
• Manage a complex workload demonstrating independent decision-making and required advanced understanding of institutional and sponsor regulations.
• Interpret and effectively communicate highly complex sponsor guidelines.
• Mentor less experienced staff in guidelines review.
• Multi-tasking and problem-solving
• Analyze complex situations and decide appropriate steps for resolution and follow-thru.
• Train, guide, and mentor less experienced staff in problem solving complex issues.
• Promote a culture that supports work/life balance, peer collaboration, autonomy, and supportive leadership.

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees