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Auburn University

Contracts & Grants Accounting Manager

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $71K - $127K

💻 Finance

🗓️ April 11th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Contracts & Grants Accounting Manager. This role involves managing daily financial post-award functions for Sponsored Research, Sponsored Instruction, and Other Sponsored Activities. The manager will ensure compliance with various regulations and collaborate with the Contracts & Grants Accounting team, providing critical support for Auburn's research mission. 

Highlights 

  • Oversee and manage post-award financial functions and team activities.
  • Perform detailed financial analysis for sponsored projects.
  • Review agreements for financial reporting and compliance requirements.
  • Educate and support campus staff on financial administration.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent with professional certification required.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting services, preferably in sponsored research.
  • Salary range: $70,830-$127,490.
  • Experience in higher education preferred.
  • Strong accounting and budgeting knowledge required.