Grants and Contracts Associate

at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States

Job Description

This position is responsible for all budgeting, accounting, monitoring, compliance, cash management, financial and other non-technical reporting, and auditing functions relating to sponsored agreements

The person in this position works under the direction, training, and supervision of the Assistant Director, with the goal of achieving a large degree of latitude in exercising individual judgment while complying with Federal, State, and University fiscal policies and practices, related to sponsored agreements, in the following areas:
Budgeting and Accounting
Fiscal and Compliance Advisement
Cash Management
New Awards
Completed Awards
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn federal, state and funding agencies policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and codes applicable to the administration of grants and contracts.
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, University policies and procedures.
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in contractual and grant monitoring procedures.
Knowledge of computers; word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
Ability to negotiate and persuade; reconcile differences; persuade others to change their minds or behavior.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise.
Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions.
Ability to function in a high stress environment in order to meet deadlines.
Ability to take initiative; willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges; exercise independent judgment and discretion.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.