Senior Grants Administrator

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Closing Date: 08/24/2026 Type of Position: Management - Operations Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

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No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Summary of Job Duties: The Senior Grants Administrator is a professional staff-level position in the Department of Pediatrics. The incumbent will provide leadership, content expertise and professional concepts in accordance with Grants/Costs Accounting processes, UAMS policies and procedures, State laws, and Federal regulations to solve complex problems effectively. Oversees the processing of post-award grant activities to include, but not limited to, award setup, financial reporting, invoicing, effort reporting, and other grant-related responsibilities. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in business or related field plus seven (7) years of experience as a Grants Administrator or equivalent required.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial management of sponsored programs or related.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in business or related field.

• Knowledge of federal agency policies in 2 CFR 200.

• Seven (7) plus years of experience in grants and costs accounting at an IHE.

• RACC Certified Research Administrator (CRA).

• Strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities: • Manage payroll allocations, journal entries and accounting adjustments, payroll accounting adjustments, monthly report preparation and review, and grant budget management for the Department of Pediatrics.

• Oversee the full grant cycle, including attending kick off meetings and close out meetings.

• Collaborates with Arkansas Children’s Research Institute, Grants Accounting Office, and Administrators to manage grants and awards.

• Prepares/reviews complex and detailed documents, reports, and/or related materials. • Prepares complex analysis to assist the Director of Finance & Peds administration team for compliance decision-making. • Shares leadership for advanced complex reports and events (i.e., Uniform Guidance audit, financial compliance reviews, NSF Survey, SEFA, F&A proposal development) through proper understanding of requested data and determining the most effective way to prepare and present that information in a report format or as requested. • Manage the effective closeout of awards in accordance with Federal and State requirements. • Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively manage large cash transactions. • Adept at navigating complex electronic environments for the purpose of effective cash management. Makes independent judgments. • Influences the resolution of complex issues to achieve outcomes and resolve issues. • Reviews complex contracts and legal documents and negotiate to an acceptable resolution regarding financial compliance. • Reviews subcontracts, amendments and modifications to provide subject matter expertise. • Works both independently or within a complex structured team. • Ability to understand user needs, requirements and requests to identify priorities; manage and resolve urgent and/or conflicting requests. Collegial interpersonal skills and an ability

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