Contract Coordinator

American University

Washington, DC, US
Base: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 annually; bonus/equi...
Hybrid (on campus 3-4 days/week)
Financial data analysis
Compliance with regulations
Grant administration
American University is seeking a Contract Coordinator to manage budget administration and compliance for various grants and contracts within the College of Arts & Sciences. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, with a hybrid work model requiring on-campus presence 3-4 days a week

Job Summary

  • The Contract Administration Coordinator is primarily responsible for the day-to-day budget management, administrative coordination, troubleshooting and problem solving, and reporting for various grants and contract programs.
  • This position oversees the day-to-day financial activity of assigned externally funded projects providing financial management and oversight.
  • American University offers a competitive benefits package.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

American University is seeking a Contract Coordinator to manage budget administration and compliance for various grants and contracts within the College of Arts & Sciences. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, with a hybrid work model requiring on-campus presence 3-4 days a week.

Salary

Base: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial data analysis
  • Compliance with regulations
  • Grant administration
  • Budgetary oversight
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Problem solving complex issues

Nice-to-have

  • Customer needs championing
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Discretion with confidential information

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent
  • 2 - 4 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred
  • Contract experience in academic setting preferred
  • Knowledge of personnel, payroll, accounting, contracts
  • Familiarity with NIH, NSF, DOE rules
  • Basic accounting principles

Work Rights

Not specified

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