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Senior Grants and Contracts Accountant-March 2024
Atlanta
Mar 30, 2026
About Senior Grants and Contracts Accountant

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  Posting Details

  Position Information

  About MSM

  Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

  We exist to:

  • Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;

  • Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;

  • Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

  With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

  At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

  Posting Number NONAC3023

  Job Title Senior Grants and Contracts Accountant

  Position Title Senior Grants and Contracts Accountant

  Position Type Non-Faculty

  Number of vacancies 2

  Salary Commensurate with experience

  Department Grants & Contracts

  Position Summary

  Positions in this family support budget and financial functions. Responsibilities include performing working related to accounting, budgeting, reconciliation, contract and grants management, and general fiscal assistance at the centralized administration, department, program, or other organizational unit level.

  Minimum Qualifications

  EDUCATION :

  Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited college or university, in accounting, business or related field.

  EXPERIENCE :

  3 – 5 years of related experience in grants & contracts administration financial analysis; relevant experience reviewing budgets and grant agreements.

  1-2 years managerial/supervisory experience preferred.

  Must have extensive knowledge of the general ledger.

  Thorough knowledge of pre and post award administration.

  Knowledge of fund accounting principles, and compliance of federal and state rules and regulations.

  Skill in interpreting budgets, grants and contracts.

  Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to fiscal and accounting activities.

  Must be detail-oriented, accurate, analytical, and organized; with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

  Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

  Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing.

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES ;

  May supervises other employees within the department.

  Preferred Qualifications

  Closing Date

  Open Until Filled No

  Special Instructions to Applicants

  Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/17659

  EEO Statement Summary

  Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

  Job Duties

  Description of Job Duty

  Responsible for preparing sponsored agencies reconciliations by source of funds budget compared to expenditures and receipts, preparing sponsored agencies financial reports, preparing letters of credit draws, related invoicing and other grants and contracts financial responsibilities.

  Responsible for monitoring financial reports and expenditures of current grants and contracts and identifying trends associated with over/under expenditure and making recommendations to resolve these.

  Administers grants and contracts of private and governmental programs in accordance with the Institution’s financial policies, procedures, applicable federal regulations and donor stipulations.

  Serve as a grants management subject matter expert

  Analyzes sponsored projects data for use by faculty and staff to identify potential compliance issues, accounting irregularities, etc.

  Prepares monthly and quarterly Federal Financial Reports (SF-425), cash transactions reports and submits through sponsor electronic systems.

  Knowledge of research administration operations, general familiarity with the higher education environment, and familiarity with sponsor regulations and OMB Circulars A-133, A21, and A-110.

  Strong computer skills proficient in using higher education or non profit administrative products used for Grants and Contracts financial management; proficient with Microsoft Office software, special emphasis on advanced Excel use including pivot tables and advanced financial analysis tools.

  Develops and enhances fiscal reporting and analysis tools for frequent ad hoc analysis of sponsored projects activity in providing information to faculty and staff for financial monitoring purposes. Additionally, may supervise staff level positions.

  Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

  All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

  Immunization

  Immunization Requirements

  It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

  Posting Specific Questions

  Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  What is your highest level of completed education? High School/GED

  Associate's Degree

  Bachelor's Degree

  Master's Degree

  EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD

  Describe your previous experience related to grants and contracts accounting, ensuring that you provide the length of time associated with that experience as well as your scope of involvement. [Do Not Indicate See Resume - your written response is required.]

  (Open Ended Question)

  List any professional finance/accounting certifications that you currently hold. (Open Ended Question)

  Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered. (Open Ended Question)

  Applicant Documents

  Required Documents

  Curriculum Vitae or Resume

  Optional Documents

  Cover Letter

  Other Document

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