168 Funding jobs in the United States

The Funding Specialist is an essential position within the Funding Team. This position has various duties and responsibilities, which include data entry, document control, pulling of loans, balancing monthly reports and preparing monthly Assignments. The Funding Specialist is also responsible for the onboarding of new loans that book after rescission.

The Funding Specialist will build relationships with our outside vendors, developers, lenders and custodians through the processing of monthly and weekly funding's.

Specific Duties, Activities and Responsibilities:

• Review all funding criteria ensuring lender requirements are met and Borrowing Notice is prepared.
• Review, work and cure all exception reports prior to funding.
• Process Michigan Letters.
• Assist with pulling files and ship to custodian or lender for possible sale or hypothecation of loan.
• Data entry of recorded mortgage information, distribution and applicable filing.
• Timely data entry of recorded assignments, distribution and applicable scanning/filing/making copies.
• Balance and review monthly exception reports from custodian assuring all exceptions are cleared within established
• timeframes per lender agreement.
• Pull Monthly Assignment Report and prepare schedules to send assignments for recording
• Prepare Invoices and request checks from Accounts Payable
• Download recorded assignments from online recording.
• Receive recorded assignments from counties requiring mail in documents
• Daily onboarding/entry of all sales achieving the milestone "good-business"
• Daily Sorting of all sales achieving the milestone "good-business"
• The completion of monthly Bluegreen Fundings
• The completion of weekly Fee Based Service Fundings
• Completion of Daily Experian Credit Report Batch Upload for Bluegreen FBS Clients
• Distribution and/or completion of Daily Reports including: New Loans Boarded, New Loans Pending Boarding, OORR, and TS223 interface verification
• Daily preparation/auditing of BXG and FBS contracts against the system; checking critical loan information entered at the time of boarding.
• Other Duties as needed

You must be able to perform the job assigned complying with Company policies and procedures, business code of ethics, FLSA regulations, and all applicable laws, as well as ensuring confidentiality, reliability, quality, and productivity. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of experience in Mortgage Banking or Title
• Candidate should have an interest in Finance or Accounting
• Customer Service and Quality fundamentals
• MS Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Mortgage Documentation, Preparation of Assignments
• Strong Computer knowledge and typing skills
• Use of the number pad with high accuracy and speed
• Detail-Oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to think strategically and analyze information timely and accurately
• Strong interpersonalcommunicationskills todealeffectivelywithalllevels ofthe organization

Job Description

Description:

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm, supporting clients throughout the nation. Our mission: simplify solutions—passionately design the future, drives the work we do for our clients. ISG employee owners are motivated by a shared goal to stretch the limits of great design and go above and beyond to positively influence each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. If this sounds like a mission and culture you want to invest in, explore your career potential within our Planning team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Funding Specialist to join our dynamic architecture and engineering firm. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, preparing, submitting, and managing loan and grant applications from initiation through closeout supporting the firm’s projects and initiatives, making strong writing and data entry skills essential to the role. Your expertise will enable our team to secure funding for innovative designs and engineering solutions that positively impact our clients and communities. Given the nature of this work, it is critical that you can work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of funding application deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Identify and evaluate local, state, federal, and private funding opportunities that align with the firm’s project objectives and client needs. Funding opportunities may include SRF and other state agencies, CDBG, USDA, EPA, DOT, COGs, to name a few
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in funding criteria, and deadlines for applications
• Complete grant applications that span a great variety of geographies, business units, and granting entities, requiring the ability to learn new tasks and processes effectively and efficiently
• Gather, analyze, and compile necessary information and documentation required for loan and grant applications
• Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to develop persuasive narratives and ensure technical accuracy
• Prepare application schedules, and supporting materials tailored to specific funding requirements
• Submit complete and timely applications in accordance with funding agency guidelines
• Analyze multiple funding opportunities and identify where alignment exists, creating a complete funding package for projects that may consist of multiple applications or funding sources
• Accountable to manage each application and ensure that they are progressing on applications in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Monitor the progress of submitted applications and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the firm and client or organizations applying for the grant.
• Coordinate communication and meetings with funding agencies as needed
• Analyze success rates and provide insights for continuous improvement of application strategies
• Be an accountable, eager, and creative employee owner! Maintain a growth mindset with the potential to develop, build and lead a team

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, loan application preparation, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, preferred, but not required
• A background in architecture, engineering, or construction management is a plus
• Strong knowledge of public and private funding programs relevant to architecture, engineering, and construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling proposals
• Proficiency in budgeting, data analysis, and project management tools
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple applications simultaneously
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and regulations of common funding agencies

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

ABOUT ISG

We are 100% owned by our employees! ISG's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows for broader ownership, the ability to be directly connected to performance, and our culture of accountability and opportunism is amplified. Put simply, everyone works hard = everyone benefits, not just an elite group.

We are focused on strengths, using those talents to guide personal development and team collaboration. We are involved in our communities and lead through empowerment. Firm growth is a direct reflection of the dedication, ingenuity, and hard work each ISG owner brings to the office and field every day.

ISG's growth and sustainability are based on the unwavering belief that we need to grow for the betterment of our people and firm. We are entrepreneurial. We believe in having the right people onboard and being disciplined during good times and when faced with new challenges. And most importantly, we foster growth through positive mentorship and progressive ideas that lead to strategic, contextual based decisions. We believe that this unwavering commitment to our culture, clients, and dynamic qualities translates to better services for our partners, and that it will continue to guide ISG's future.

Learn more about ISG at

Interested in learning more about ISG? Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X.

Job Description

Description:

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm, supporting clients throughout the nation. Our mission: simplify solutions—passionately design the future, drives the work we do for our clients. ISG employee owners are motivated by a shared goal to stretch the limits of great design and go above and beyond to positively influence each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. If this sounds like a mission and culture you want to invest in, explore your career potential within our Planning team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Funding Specialist to join our dynamic architecture and engineering firm. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, preparing, submitting, and managing loan and grant applications from initiation through closeout supporting the firm’s projects and initiatives, making strong writing and data entry skills essential to the role. Your expertise will enable our team to secure funding for innovative designs and engineering solutions that positively impact our clients and communities. Given the nature of this work, it is critical that you can work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of funding application deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Identify and evaluate local, state, federal, and private funding opportunities that align with the firm’s project objectives and client needs. Funding opportunities may include SRF and other state agencies, CDBG, USDA, EPA, DOT, COGs, to name a few
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in funding criteria, and deadlines for applications
• Complete grant applications that span a great variety of geographies, business units, and granting entities, requiring the ability to learn new tasks and processes effectively and efficiently
• Gather, analyze, and compile necessary information and documentation required for loan and grant applications
• Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to develop persuasive narratives and ensure technical accuracy
• Prepare application schedules, and supporting materials tailored to specific funding requirements
• Submit complete and timely applications in accordance with funding agency guidelines
• Analyze multiple funding opportunities and identify where alignment exists, creating a complete funding package for projects that may consist of multiple applications or funding sources
• Accountable to manage each application and ensure that they are progressing on applications in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Monitor the progress of submitted applications and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the firm and client or organizations applying for the grant.
• Coordinate communication and meetings with funding agencies as needed
• Analyze success rates and provide insights for continuous improvement of application strategies
• Be an accountable, eager, and creative employee owner! Maintain a growth mindset with the potential to develop, build and lead a team

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, loan application preparation, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, preferred, but not required
• A background in architecture, engineering, or construction management is a plus
• Strong knowledge of public and private funding programs relevant to architecture, engineering, and construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling proposals
• Proficiency in budgeting, data analysis, and project management tools
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple applications simultaneously
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and regulations of common funding agencies

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

ABOUT ISG

We are 100% owned by our employees! ISG's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows for broader ownership, the ability to be directly connected to performance, and our culture of accountability and opportunism is amplified. Put simply, everyone works hard = everyone benefits, not just an elite group.

We are focused on strengths, using those talents to guide personal development and team collaboration. We are involved in our communities and lead through empowerment. Firm growth is a direct reflection of the dedication, ingenuity, and hard work each ISG owner brings to the office and field every day.

ISG's growth and sustainability are based on the unwavering belief that we need to grow for the betterment of our people and firm. We are entrepreneurial. We believe in having the right people onboard and being disciplined during good times and when faced with new challenges. And most importantly, we foster growth through positive mentorship and progressive ideas that lead to strategic, contextual based decisions. We believe that this unwavering commitment to our culture, clients, and dynamic qualities translates to better services for our partners, and that it will continue to guide ISG's future.

Learn more about ISG at

Interested in learning more about ISG? Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X.

Job Description

Description:

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm, supporting clients throughout the nation. Our mission: simplify solutions—passionately design the future, drives the work we do for our clients. ISG employee owners are motivated by a shared goal to stretch the limits of great design and go above and beyond to positively influence each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. If this sounds like a mission and culture you want to invest in, explore your career potential within our Planning team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Funding Specialist to join our dynamic architecture and engineering firm. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, preparing, submitting, and managing loan and grant applications from initiation through closeout supporting the firm’s projects and initiatives, making strong writing and data entry skills essential to the role. Your expertise will enable our team to secure funding for innovative designs and engineering solutions that positively impact our clients and communities. Given the nature of this work, it is critical that you can work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of funding application deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Identify and evaluate local, state, federal, and private funding opportunities that align with the firm’s project objectives and client needs. Funding opportunities may include SRF and other state agencies, CDBG, USDA, EPA, DOT, COGs, to name a few
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in funding criteria, and deadlines for applications
• Complete grant applications that span a great variety of geographies, business units, and granting entities, requiring the ability to learn new tasks and processes effectively and efficiently
• Gather, analyze, and compile necessary information and documentation required for loan and grant applications
• Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to develop persuasive narratives and ensure technical accuracy
• Prepare application schedules, and supporting materials tailored to specific funding requirements
• Submit complete and timely applications in accordance with funding agency guidelines
• Analyze multiple funding opportunities and identify where alignment exists, creating a complete funding package for projects that may consist of multiple applications or funding sources
• Accountable to manage each application and ensure that they are progressing on applications in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Monitor the progress of submitted applications and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the firm and client or organizations applying for the grant.
• Coordinate communication and meetings with funding agencies as needed
• Analyze success rates and provide insights for continuous improvement of application strategies
• Be an accountable, eager, and creative employee owner! Maintain a growth mindset with the potential to develop, build and lead a team

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, loan application preparation, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, preferred, but not required
• A background in architecture, engineering, or construction management is a plus
• Strong knowledge of public and private funding programs relevant to architecture, engineering, and construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling proposals
• Proficiency in budgeting, data analysis, and project management tools
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple applications simultaneously
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and regulations of common funding agencies

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

ABOUT ISG

We are 100% owned by our employees! ISG's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows for broader ownership, the ability to be directly connected to performance, and our culture of accountability and opportunism is amplified. Put simply, everyone works hard = everyone benefits, not just an elite group.

We are focused on strengths, using those talents to guide personal development and team collaboration. We are involved in our communities and lead through empowerment. Firm growth is a direct reflection of the dedication, ingenuity, and hard work each ISG owner brings to the office and field every day.

ISG's growth and sustainability are based on the unwavering belief that we need to grow for the betterment of our people and firm. We are entrepreneurial. We believe in having the right people onboard and being disciplined during good times and when faced with new challenges. And most importantly, we foster growth through positive mentorship and progressive ideas that lead to strategic, contextual based decisions. We believe that this unwavering commitment to our culture, clients, and dynamic qualities translates to better services for our partners, and that it will continue to guide ISG's future.

Learn more about ISG at

Interested in learning more about ISG? Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X.

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)

San Francisco, CA

Transportation Funding Analyst

Salary: $124,555.18 - $67,634.48 Annually

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is an equal-opportunity, non-discriminatory employer. MTC provides all employees and applicants with an equal opportunity in every aspect of the employment experience regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical handicap, medical condition or marital status.

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT CANDIDATE POOL IS OBTAINED

AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY

A resume and cover letter are not required with your application, but highly encouraged.

Be ready to rethink your assumptions about the public sector. Dedicated and motivated colleagues? Beautiful, high amenity building for on-site work and collaboration? Flexible schedules and hybrid work options? Yes, yes, and yes!

ABOUT MTC

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the transportation planning, financing, and coordinating agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area and its nearly eight million residents. From building better transportation systems, addressing the affordable housing shortage, to increasing climate resiliency - MTC touches it all, envisioning a Bay Area that is connected, equitable and sustainable. MTC is also the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and the state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. MTC provides services to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). For more information about MTC, visit

ABOUT THE SECTION

This position is housed within the Funding Policy and Programs section at MTC. Our section is charged with setting policy guardrails for transportation funding and administering select federal, state, and regional funds. In total, MTC directly distributes more than 1 billion per year to local jurisdictions and transit agencies, and prioritizes requests from partner agencies for millions more in scarce state and federal funds.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Transportation Funding Analyst will deliver policy analysis to inform regional strategy and policy related to transit operations funding, including the response to the transit fiscal cliff. This role will work with cross-functional teams of legislative, planning, and data analytics experts to guide impactful policymaking that supports the continued operation and flourishing of the regions transit network. This recruitment seeks candidates who enjoy crafting data-driven policy solutions and translating complex findings into actionable strategies for decisionmakers. The position will be filled at the Planner III level, with salary commensurate with experience, and is under the direction of the Principal Program Coordinator for Transit Operations and Financial Analysis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction of the Principal Program Coordinator for Transit Operations and Financial Analysis, the specific assignments and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Data Analysis for Policymaking : Analyze transit agency financial and performance data to guide regional transportation funding decisions and state or federal funding and policy advocacy including, but not limited to, the regional response to the transit fiscal cliff.
• Policy Analysis : Interpret proposed or enacted legislation and assess funding impacts on Bay Area jurisdictions and transit agencies in order to recommend strategies that best position the Bay Area to secure funding and implement transformative projects and programs.
• Transit Policy and Planning Liaison : Work with staff at transit agencies on short-range transit planning efforts, with duties including crafting funding forecasts, developing planning guidelines, and synthesizing results across operators to align near-term service planning with long-term regional policy goals.
• Support Long-Range Planning : Update long-range projections of revenues available for transportation and costs of maintaining the existing transportation system for Plan Bay Area, MTCs Regional Transportation Plan.
• Communications and Coordination : Develop written reports and presentations summarizing analysis and policy implications for elected officials, policymakers, and partner agency staff to shape funding decisions and guide regional policy direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong Data Analysis Skills : Ability to analyze financial and performance data using tools like Excel and deploy creative approaches to answer complex policy questions.
• Data-Policy Linkages : Leverage analytical insights to assess the implications of proposed policy and legislation for MTC and partner agencies.
• Clear Communication Skills : Convey technical concepts clearly to a general audience orally and in writing.
• Ability to Work with Multidisciplinary and External Teams : Work closely with transit agency staff and multidisciplinary teams on planning and policy analysis projects.
• Local Context : Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area transit network, including knowledge of operators, is preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, civil engineering, environmental science, communications, business or public administration, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience administering programs in a field related to assignment area. Applicants with a degree issued from an institution outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by an academic accrediting service and provide proof of equivalency along with their application.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree in an appropriate field related to the area of assignment, such as transportation planning, public policy, transportation engineering, economics, or public administration. A Masters degree is preferred. Experience developing and implementing data-informed transportation policy, engaging with elected officials, or leading stakeholder processes is desirable.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of a background check, professional references and the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9.

DISABILITY

The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment or skills assessment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If selected for an interview or testing, and you require accommodation, please notify the Human Resources Department when confirming your interview or test.

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE

If you need technical assistance with your on-line application, please contact Applicant Support at , available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST), Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

All MTC employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section ). Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

• Considerable knowledge of accounting, budgeting, contracts and grants policies and procedures. Ability to audit and compile financial reports.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Extensive computer experience in Windows environment including spreadsheets, word-processing, e-mail, and the internet.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of customer service attitude for serving a variety of clientele including faculty and staff, and external entities by developing and maintaining effective working relationship with everyone.

• Serve as the first point of contact for all post award questions for restricted accounts.
• Work directly with Sponsored Programs Administration and funding agency to rectify any errors with restricted accounts; Verify that expenditures are within approved budget; Work with SPA and faculty to re-budget as needed.
• Create, update, and inactivate combo codes and speedtypes in alignment with award setup, modifications, and closeout and send memos.
• Process no-cost extensions, residual balance requests, pending awards, subawards, re-budgets by submitting project modification, open account codes as needed.
• Review contracts/budgets as they are awarded to make sure budgets and contract all match and are in line with what was proposed.
• Obtain Final Progress Report for PI at accounts end.
• Send monthly account reports for project balances and identify and resolve any overdrafts.
• Send account ending reminders to faculty; Prepare project finals and close accounts.

• Identify payroll charges to be corrected on the projects and work closely with the payroll managers for corrections, funding changes; submit payroll certifications for all projects.
• Process and track cost share for all applicable projects including capacity funding projects like McIntire-Stennis and RREA .
• Track faculty effort on projects, ensuring that they have dedicated the correct amount of time (funds) for the time period of the projects.
  
  

• Proactively work with the fiscal team and faculty to resolve any transactional budget errors related to vouchers, expense requests, and payroll.
• Advise and approve UGAmart carts according to project budget justification. Prepare sole-source or CESS carts as needed related to projects.
• Work with faculty for research funded staff positions to setup payroll for the next fiscal year during budget development in the budget system.
• Serve as a back up for the Associate Dean and Assistant Director in triaging day to day queries.
• Advise the Research Admin Specialist position to help with day to day grants portal submissions.
  
  

• Other duties as assigned

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Are you the kind of person who finds satisfaction in balancing the books down to the last penny? Do you thrive in a role where precision, deadlines, and teamwork all intersect? At Unified Group Services in Anderson, IN, we're looking for a detail-obsessed, financially savvy professional to join us as a full-time Claims Funding Specialist !

The Culture You'll Join:

At Unified Group Services, we take care of the customer, and then some! Unified began in Mechanicsburg, Indiana, where it stayed for a short time before moving to Pendleton, Indiana. Then, in February 2004, we settled in at our current location in Anderson, Indiana, where we continue to grow. We serve as a full-service third-party administrator (TPA) for self-funded group health insurance plans. Our mission is centered on you-whether you're a customer or a team member-because we believe that great service starts with a great culture. We empower our customers with innovative programs, cutting-edge technology, and trusted partnerships that help control healthcare costs while ensuring access to top-tier benefits. Every service we deliver is backed by a professional, experienced team that provides personal attention with speed and care. We don't just talk about our values-we live them, training every employee to uphold the principles that have guided us from the beginning. If you're looking to join a company where your work truly makes a difference, Unified Group Services is the place to be.

The Benefits You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Growth opportunities
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Wellness programs
• Sponsored health clinic
• Company parties

• Banking, accounting, or related financial experience
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Great attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong willingness to learn new processes and systems
• Team-oriented

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Research Funding Administrator

Warnell-Research

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgias oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

External

TRS or ORP

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

M-F

Commensurate with Experience

08/04/2025

Yes

08/25/2025

Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .

Grants & Contracts Professional

Exempt

1.00

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This position serves as the post-award administrator for all grants in the Warnell School to ensure that they function efficiently. The personnel will work closely with the Associate Dean for Research and the Assistant Director of Finance and Operations in the Warnell School to ensure smooth functioning of the grants and contract-related fiscal functions. This position acts as a liaison between the School and the Sponsored Programs office to help solve issues related to grant funding. It serves as a bridge between faculty and staff, and the business office to triage and resolve complex issues including but not limited to post-award grants accounting and management, resolving budget errors while submitting transactions, collecting research payroll information for budget planning and forecasting, set up and monitor UGARF accounts. Additionally, this role provides training and guidance in grant management best practices to ensure compliance across the School.

With a portfolio of 330 active grants and annual expenditures exceeding $15 million, this position is essential to maintaining the financial integrity and operational excellence of the Warnell Schools robust research enterprise.

• Considerable knowledge of accounting, budgeting, contracts and grants policies and procedures. Ability to audit and compile financial reports.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Extensive computer experience in Windows environment including spreadsheets, word-processing, e-mail, and the internet.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of customer service attitude for serving a variety of clientele including faculty and staff, and external entities by developing and maintaining effective working relationship with everyone.

Long hours working at computer.

No

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

No

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Post Award Management-

• Serve as the first point of contact for all post award questions for restricted accounts.
• Work directly with Sponsored Programs Administration and funding agency to rectify any errors with restricted accounts; Verify that expenditures are within approved budget; Work with SPA and faculty to re-budget as needed.
• Create, update, and inactivate combo codes and speedtypes in alignment with award setup, modifications, and closeout and send memos.
• Process no-cost extensions, residual balance requests, pending awards, subawards, re-budgets by submitting project modification, open account codes as needed.
• Review contracts/budgets as they are awarded to make sure budgets and contract all match and are in line with what was proposed.
• Obtain Final Progress Report for PI at accounts end.
• Send monthly account reports for project balances and identify and resolve any overdrafts.
• Send account ending reminders to faculty; Prepare project finals and close accounts.

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Payroll corrections-

• Identify payroll charges to be corrected on the projects and work closely with the payroll managers for corrections, funding changes; submit payroll certifications for all projects.
• Process and track cost share for all applicable projects including capacity funding projects like McIntire-Stennis and RREA.
• Track faculty effort on projects, ensuring that they have dedicated the correct amount of time (funds) for the time period of the projects.
  
  

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Miscellaneous-

• Proactively work with the fiscal team and faculty to resolve any transactional budget errors related to vouchers, expense requests, and payroll.
• Advise and approve UGAmart carts according to project budget justification. Prepare sole-source or CESS carts as needed related to projects.
• Work with faculty for research funded staff positions to setup payroll for the next fiscal year during budget development in the budget system.
• Serve as a back up for the Associate Dean and Assistant Director in triaging day to day queries.
• Advise the Research Admin Specialist position to help with day to day grants portal submissions.
  
  

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Others:

• Other duties as assigned

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For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Mary Kate Rubin