Senior Grants Accountant

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As part of your application, please submit a brief statement of values (less than 250 words) describing how your personal and professional values align with NEOMED’s core values of Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. We are seeking individuals who not only bring strong skills and experience, but also demonstrate a commitment to these values in their work performance.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Senior Grants Accountant

Position Type

Position Type Admin/Professional

Department

Department Research & Sponsored Programs

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Pay Grade

Pay Grade MN9

Position Summary Information

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s ( NEOMED ) Office of Grants Accounting
NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Grants Accountant who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment.
At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.
Starting Salary Range: $55,259 – $65,390, commensurate with experience
Benefits & Perks
NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.
Healthcare Coverage
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
Flexible Spending Account ( FSA ) or Health Savings Account ( HSA )
Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance
Retirement
State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future
Paid Time Off
Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year
Additional Benefits
Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#)
Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

Summary

Act as the Authorized Financial Officer for all assigned sponsored program awards including required certifications under penalty of law;
Audit program expenses to be reported externally. Perform required sub-recipient/contractor monitoring. Provide executive review of award expenses with PI/faculty to assist in the financial management component of their award. As a vital connector between accounting and program staff, the Senior Grants Accountant must possess the ability to visualize and comprehend varying perspectives and provide professional guidance and recommendations on grant related issues, and key financial and operational best practices.

Fund Management
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Responsible for coordinating and performing a full range of professional accounting duties associated with all NEOMED accounting and financial reporting functions, including specialized fiscal grant management tasks in all areas to include: ensuring compliance with all applicable federal accounting and financial reporting requirements; assist as needed with daily accounting operations; prepare regular and special financial reports for grant project managers.

Provides business support to designated Principal Investigators (PI) and/or Faculty Leaders for all aspects of financial fund management. Support includes financial training of research staff as it relates to their sponsored programs; assisting sub-recipients with grant financial reporting if needed; working with PIs on re-budgeting their award to ensure changes still comply with award terms. When financial adjustments require sponsor…