Grant Administrator

Grant Administrator

We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly, we’re here to make it a whole lot easier for you. We’re seeking a Grant Administrator to work at a leading organization in Cleveland, OH (fully onsite). This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Pay Rate: $25–$27/hour

Shift: Full time | Monday–Friday

Type: 3-Month Temporary Assignment

• Competitive pay rate with weekly pay
• Opportunity to work within a respected higher education environment
• Gain valuable experience in grants and research administration
• Potential for assignment extension and career growth
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Supporting the preparation and submission of grant proposals by coordinating requirements, gathering documentation, and working with internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting with management of sponsored research accounts, including budget monitoring, reviewing expenditures, and ensuring appropriate fund usage
• Preparing financial reports, reconciling account activity, and assisting with grant closeout processes
• Reviewing expenses and documentation to ensure compliance with university policies and sponsor requirements
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting needs
• Partnering with faculty, researchers, finance teams, and administrative staff throughout the grant lifecycle
• Tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, budget updates, and supporting other grant-related activities
• Assisting with process improvements, updating documentation, and supporting training materials as needed

• Have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Bring experience in grants administration, research administration, higher education, nonprofit, accounting, finance, or related fields
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to review and interpret financial information
• Have experience managing budgets, tracking expenses, reconciling information, or supporting compliance processes
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and can manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, with strong collaboration skills
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with People Soft, Oracle, or other financial systems is a plus

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Grants Account Manager today!