Grants & Contracts Quality Assurance & Control Review Analyst

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The George Washington University is hiring a Grants & Contracts Quality Assurance & Control Review Analyst. This role involves reviewing the award setup process for sponsored projects within the university's ERP Grants Module, ensuring accuracy in award documentation, and collaborating with multiple departments to manage grant terms and compliance.

Highlights

Review award setup, research administration, and compliance in the Oracle financial system.

Establish and modify Medical Faculty Associates clinical trials and research awards in Oracle.

Collaborate with Office of Sponsored Projects, MFA, Principal Investigators, and administrative departments for accurate grant management.

Perform system testing of Oracle Grants Module for upgrades and new functionality.

Provide expert guidance on sponsor requirements, award terms, allowable costs, and university policy.

Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and support 2CFR200 Single Audit compliance.

Required: Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years relevant experience or a Master’s degree or higher.

Preferred: CPA, CRA, or CMA certifications; 3 years experience in financial analysis, grants and contract accounting knowledge; familiarity with 2 CFR Part 200 regulations; and Oracle Financial Applications.

Hiring range: $57,553.66 - $79,165.63.

Department: Finance, Compliance family; full-time, 40 hours/week with hybrid work onsite and telework.

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I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The Grants and Contracts Accounting Services (GCAS) department, located within the Office of the University Controller at The George Washington University, is responsible for sound financial management of sponsored project funds. The Grants & Contracts Quality Assurance & Control Review Analyst plays a key role in reviewing the award set-up process for all sponsored projects across the University, including projects supported by a wide range of sponsors. This position ensures that award information in the University’s ERP Grants Module accurately reflects award documentation, including award dates, budgets, billing details, indirect cost rates, and sponsor-specific requirements. Primary Responsibilities: Complete reviews in the area of award setup, research administration, and compliance in the Oracle financial system, specifically looking at sponsor award documents, referenced terms and conditions, proposals, and other relevant documentation. Must understand allowed cost schedules, indirect cost schedules, financial reporting requirements, and billing. Establish new Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) clinical trials and research awards in Oracle. Perform modifications to MFA awards. Collaborates with the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP), MFA, Principal Investigators, and University Administrative and Finance Departments to ensure accurate implementation of award terms and conditions of grants and contracts are interpreted accurately for the efficient management of Sponsored Projects. Performs system testing of Oracle Grants Module for Oracle upgrades and new functionality. Assists GCAS staff with resolving issues related to invoicing, reporting, reviews, and closeouts. Provides expert advice and answers questions from Research Administrators related to sponsor requirements, award terms and conditions, allowable costs, and University policy. Analyzes business operations and business systems in order to contribute to the effective performance of the team. Develops and conducts ad hoc financial analyses and special projects to research financial data. Supports the 2CFR200 Single Audit by researching, extracting, and organizing information. Answers questions and assists in constructing responses to auditor questions. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	Professional designations (Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Research Administrator (CRA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred, but not required. Three years of professional experience in analyzing and maintaining financial information, recommending new or improved methods of maintaining and reporting. Experience in the grants and contract accounting (i.e., sponsored projects) area is a plus. Working knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 and the administrative requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal & non-federal awards is desired. Experience in understanding and interpreting the terms and conditions of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements for federal and non-federal sponsors, in particular reporting requirements and payment/invoicing methods. Previous experience performing quality assurance and review is preferred. Experience in understanding Clinical Trial research administration is desired. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are valued. Familiarity with Oracle Financial Applications software is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Detail oriented, able to follow comprehensive procedures, accurate, and excellent organizational skills, and is a team player. Ability to work in a deadline driven environment and simultaneously deliver quality and quantity of work output. Communicates effectively with employees at all levels as well as internal and external stakeholders.
Hiring Range	$57,553.66 - $79,165.63
GW Staff Approach to Pay	How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Ashburn, Virginia
College/School/Department:	Finance
Family	Compliance
Sub-Family	Compliance
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (flexible)
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S013931
Job Open Date:	11/26/2025
Job Close Date:	12/10/2025
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
- No
- Yes
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your salary range expectation?
(Open Ended Question)
* Briefly describe your experience in the Grants and Contracts accounting area.
(Open Ended Question)

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