Senior Grants Financial Specialist-Post Award Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

The Senior Grants Financial Specialist is responsible for managing the financial aspects of grants and sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations. This role includes budgeting, financial reporting, post-award administration, expense monitoring, and grant closeout processes. The specialist utilizes Workday to process financial transactions, generate reports, manage invoicing, and track grant expenditures. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with principal investigators, administrators, and funding agencies to ensure accurate financial oversight and efficient grant management through the post award life cycle.

Daily Operations:

Monitor grant expenditures for compliance with sponsor and institutional guidelines. Ensure appropriate allocation of costs and timely processing of financial transactions. Perform monthly reconciliations and financial reviews to prevent overspending. Prepare and review financial reports for accuracy and compliance. Submit financial reports and invoices to funding agencies per grant/award terms. Utilize Workday to generate financial reports, monitor grant expenditures, and track budget performance. Support workflow approvals for grant-related financial transactions within Workday. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and institutional regulations. Maintain proper documentation for audit readiness. Assist in resolving compliance issues and responding to audit requests. Work closely with principal investigators, department administrators, and funding agencies. Provide training on financial policies, compliance, and grant administration. Address financial inquires and provide guidance on best practices. Oversee grant closeout procedures, including final expense reviews. Ensure all financial obligations are met before project completion. Process required financial and reporting documents for project closure. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations governing grants and sponsored projects Strong understanding of financial principles, reporting requirements, and budget monitoring for grant-funded projects Proficiency in Workday for financial reporting, invoicing, and grant management Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Familiarity with closeout procedures, financial reconciliations, and maintaining audit-ready documentation Ability to analyze complex financial data, reconcile accounts, and generate accurate financial reports Strong ability to review financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with funding requirements Ability to troubleshoot financial discrepancies, resolve grant compliance issues, and implement process improvements Strong skills in Workday, Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), and other financial reporting tools Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with PIs, administrators, and funding agencies Ability to manage multiple grants, deadlines, and reporting requirements in a fast-paced environment Strong ability to handle sensitive financial data with discretion and integrity Consistently maintains good attendance and punctuality, ensuring timely completion of financial tasks, reporting deadline, and grant related responsibilities Skilled in oral and written communication with a wide range of constituencies Skilled in project/program management and budget development, reconciliation, and management Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet internally- and externally- set deadlines Ability to work accurately with attention to detail

Education and Experience:

Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited university or college is requires. M.B.A. preferred. A minimum of two (2) years of grants accounting, research administration, or grants management experience is required. Two (2) years of experience in Workday for financial reporting, and prior experience in an institution of higher education, federal agency, or state agency and is preferred.

Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands :

Usual office environment. Manual dexterity Visual and auditory acuity Able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time