Job Description

Job Description:
Iowa State University's Finance Service Delivery team is accepting applications for a Grants Finance Specialist (Grants Specialist II) to support the College of Business, College of Design, Graduate College, along with University administrative, Student Support, and other operational units in post-award activities related to grants.


Example of Duties

Researches and understands any special conditions associated with the awards in a portfolio
Monitors financial activity for an award portfolio, including overspends, cost sharing, and unallowable expenses, throughout the award lifecycle to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and university policies
Maintains working knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, and protocols regarding sponsor and university requirements
Recommends and processes accounting adjustments to award expenditures to resolve issues of non-compliance or lack of funds
Documents cost-share expenditures
Processes effort reporting and adjustments for all Federal/Federal Flow Through awards
Assists in budget revisions, no-cost extensions, and supplemental award line requests
Provides and reviews sponsored funding financial reports
Collaborates with team members and departmental customers to provide exceptional customer service
Works closely with team members and departmental customers to resolve complex or unique situations, escalating to leadership if necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in a business-related field of study
Experience with post-award financial management of grants, including the development of budget projections
Experience in higher education/institutional setting
Experience working remotely
Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Teams
Experience with Workday Financial Management

For more information about Finance Service Delivery, please visit: Finance - Division of Operations and Finance


This position offers the opportunity for hybrid work but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before the start of employment.


Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.


Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter