Grant and Finance Specialist

Champlain College • Burlington, VT • 3w ago

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1367625

rJob Description:

The Grants & Finance Specialist supports the financial administration of Champlain College\'s sponsored programs and general finance operations. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal regulations, managing grant-related financial activity, and supporting effective cash management practices. The Specialist works closely with Finance and Advancement teams, academic and program leads, and external partners to maintain the integrity of grant awards from pre-award setup through closeout.

In this role, you\'ll support the financial lifecycle of federal, state, and private grants while also contributing to broader treasury and cash management functions. Day-to-day work includes preparing SEFA documentation, processing federal cash drawdowns, reconciling grant expenditures, and supporting institution-wide cash forecasting.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented finance professional with working knowledge of federal grants compliance and a passion for higher education. This is a great opportunity to take on meaningful, varied work at a dynamic institution in the heart of Burlington, Vermont.

Key Responsibilities

Grants Administration & Federal Compliance

Administer the financial lifecycle of federal, state, and private

grants, including award setup, budget monitoring, drawdowns, and closeout in accordance with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance)

Prepare and maintain the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards

(SEFA) and related supporting documentation

Monitor grant expenditures to ensure allowability, allocability, and

reasonableness; identify and resolve compliance issues proactively

Assist in the preparation of federal financial reports, including

SF-425s, and support Single Audit readiness

Cash Management

Perform regular cash reconciliations across operating, restricted,

and grant accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variances

Prepare federal cash drawdown requests for all federal payment

systems, ensuring drawdowns are timely and properly supported in compliance with 2 CFR 200.305

Support institution-wide cash forecasting by compiling and analyzing

cash flow projections, identifying trends, and flagging liquidity concerns to leadership

Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including cash

and investment account reconciliations and preparation of supporting schedules

General Finance Support

Support the Finance team in ad hoc financial analysis, reporting,

and special projects

Maintain accurate records in the College\'s ERP system (Oracle)

Assist in developing and maintaining internal controls related to

grant and restricted fund management

Requirements

Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

2-4 years of experience in grants management, accounting, or

finance; higher education or nonprofit setting preferred

Working knowledge of federal grants compliance, including 2 CFR 200

(Uniform Guidance)

Experience with federal payment systems

Strong reconciliation skills and comfort managing multiple deadlines

Proficiency with ERP systems; experience with Oracle preferred

Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Effective communication abilities and proven problem-solving

aptitude

Working Arrangements

Full-time, exempt position based at our lakeside office in

Burlington, VT

Hybrid work arrangement available

Reports to the Senior Director of Finance

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: \$67,000 - 77,000

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with

HSA and FSA options

Paid Time Off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks

sick time and 2 days of personal leave

Retirement: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching

contribution

Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members

Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness programs with up to

\$300 annual incentives

Welfare: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus

life insurance

Other Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with

counseling services, access to employee discounts and local/national benefit programs

Application Instructions

To apply, please follow the link below and submit the following application materials:

Resume/CV

Cover Letter addressing the desired qualifications and how your

experiences contribute to the academic excellence and inclusive community at Champlain College

The College seeks candidates who can enhance its mission through their work, life experiences, service, teaching, or research. Please include specific examples of how you would contribute to th

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