Senior Grants and Contracts Administration

About the role

The Law Center at Georgetown University seeks a Senior Grants and Contracts Administrator to oversee the financial management of a multi‑year portfolio exceeding $31.5 million. The role ensures that grants, gifts, contracts, and other funding sources are administered in compliance with federal regulations and university policies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage financial operations for assigned cost centers, including multi‑year grants, contracts, and gifts.
• Coordinate with Principal Investigators, Program Staff, Contracts, Human Resources, JORA, and SPFO to ensure accurate award setup and timely reporting.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, budget justifications, and financial analyses for award performance versus budget.
• Ensure all financial reports align with accounting practices and federal rules.
• Provide financial guidance to faculty and proposal staff throughout the award lifecycle.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7‑10 years of experience in grant and contract administration within an academic or non‑profit environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget preparation, justification, and financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations and university financial policies.

Required skills

• Grant and contract administration
• Budget preparation and justification
• Financial analysis and reporting