Senior Grants Administrator

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Closing Date:

08/24/2026

Type of Position:

Management - Operations

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM | Peds Accounting Office

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Senior Grants Administrator is a professional staff-level position in the Department of Pediatrics. The incumbent will provide leadership, content expertise and professional concepts in accordance with Grants/Costs Accounting processes, UAMS policies and procedures, State laws, and Federal regulations to solve complex problems effectively. Oversees the processing of post-award grant activities to include, but not limited to, award setup, financial reporting, invoicing, effort reporting, and other grant-related responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field plus seven (7) years of experience as a Grants Administrator or equivalent required.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial management of sponsored programs or related.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business or related field.

• Knowledge of federal agency policies in 2 CFR 200.

• Seven (7) plus years of experience in grants and costs accounting at an IHE.

• RACC Certified Research Administrator (CRA).

• Strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities:

• Manage payroll allocations, journal entries and accounting adjustments, payroll accounting adjustments, monthly report preparation and review, and grant budget management for the Department of Pediatrics.

• Oversee the full grant cycle, including attending kick off meetings and close out meetings.

• Collaborates with Arkansas Children's Research Institute, Grants Accounting Office, and Administrators to manage grants and awards.

• Prepares/reviews complex and detailed documents, reports, and/or related materials.

• Prepares complex analysis to assist the Director of Finance & Peds administration team for compliance decision-making.

• Shares leadership for advanced complex reports and events (i.e., Uniform Guidance audit, financial compliance reviews, NSF Survey, SEFA, F&A proposal development) through proper understanding of requested data and determining the most effective way to prepare and present that information in a report format or as requested.

• Manage the effective closeout of awards in accordance with Federal and State requirements.

• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively manage large cash transactions.

• Adept at navigating complex electronic environments for the purpose of effective cash management.

Makes independent judgments.

• Influences the resolution of complex issues to achieve outcomes and resolve issues.
• Reviews complex contracts and legal documents and negotiate to an acceptable resolution regarding financial compliance.
• Reviews subcontracts, amendments and modifications to provide subject matter expertise.
• Works both independently or within a complex structured team.
• Ability to understand user needs, requirements and requests to identify priorities; manage and resolve urgent and/or conflicting requests. Collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, writing, and by phone. Skilled in establishing, nurturing, and maintaining effective professional working relationships. Knowledge and understanding of multiple unit objectives/goal with ability to work effectively across boundaries involving potential conflicts. Interprets guidelines and explains financial compliance/regulatory requirements as needed.
• Meets with department leadership and provides training to faculty and staff as needed.
• Works one-on-one with department and specific researchers when needed.
• May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and provide guidance.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices & policies in selecting methods, techniques & evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Supervisory review of results and objectives.
• Serves as liaison to management on policies, plans, and objectives.
• Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant technical matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes