Post Award Specialist II-US Remote

U.S. work authorization required. Huron requires a bachelor’s degree to this position or equivalent work experience. A minimum of 3+ year's of experience in research administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat other applications of the Microsoft Office suite. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills are critical, ability to learn quickly and high-level attention to detail. Proficiency in sponsored programs financial administration software applications such as Workday, Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, Lawson, SaaP, Banner, Coeus, etc. Substantial knowledge of federal agency policies, regulations, requirements, especially the OMB Uniform Guidance, and their application to sponsored research accounting. Effective time management to meet deadlines. Ability to multi-task, supporting multiple internal initiatives at one time.

Supports establishment of awards in the grant administration and/or financial system, manages award activity and monitors expenditures, ensures compliance with federal and sponsor guidelines and client policies. Identifies and forecasts trends in spending that exceed current funding levels, clears overdrafts, re-budgets when necessary, completes project close outs, and performs general financial reconciliations. Supports post-award regulatory compliance activities, including subaward monitoring, cost transfer review and administers cost-share and effort commitments. Executes sponsored financial management transactions. Specifically, prepares invoices, manages receivables, and prepares and submits financial reports. Coordinates sponsor communications and requests for prior approval, including re-budgeting and no cost extensions.