Finance Grant Administrator

Under limited supervision of the Finance Division’s Grants Manager, performs professional duties in the creation and maintenance of financial records relating to specific grant requirements. Responsible for verification and documentation of financial transactions and relevant administrative tasks as they relate to the grant. Reconciles grant and contract budgets to ensure accuracy in funding availability and allowable spending costs.

Drafts budget amendments to ensure internal controls and promotes fiscal stability. Assists grant personnel with budget revisions based on change in requirements. Works proficiently in SCEIS to process all grant-related accounts payable, prepare SCEIS entries for grant payments, and communicate with the State Treasurer’s Office regarding grant-related payments and deposits. Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end budget analyses to ensure budget spending is accurate and provide status reporting to the Grants Manager and Grants Director, Finance Division.

Works closely with designated Finance and grant personnel to track processing of all grant-related expenditures/purchase orders. Assists the Grants Manager with the administration, preparation, and submission of financial reports to the grantor and to external parties. Examples of Duties A bachelor's degree and business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration experience. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management.

Working knowledge of principles and practices of grants and state/federal workplace laws. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively plan and organize multiple priorities and tasks with prescribed schedules and goals. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact courteously and effectively with internal and external customers.

Attention to detail in carrying out roles and responsibilities.