[Hiring] Grants Accounting Analyst @Jefferson Health Plans

Role Description

The Grants Accounting Analyst supports the financial administration of sponsored projects by performing post‑award accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies. The role performs award setup, billing, collections, cash application, financial reporting support, and closeout tasks. It also contributes to month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, and audit preparation.

The Grants Accounting Analyst partners with research administration, program staff, and finance leadership to resolve discrepancies, improve accounting processes, and maintain strong financial stewardship of sponsored awards. The role requires attention to detail, analytical capability, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 2 years to 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Practical and working knowledge of GAAP and the ability to apply standards to routine accounting transactions and close activities.
• Working knowledge of grant accounting principles, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), allowable cost rules, and revenue recognition for restricted funding.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced spreadsheet skills to analyze data, reconcile accounts, and prepare schedules.
• Ability to prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, grant billings, and supporting documentation with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify drivers of variances, research discrepancies, and recommend practical resolutions.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with program teams, grant managers, auditors, and cross‑functional partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines in a fast‑paced, close‑driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• CPA - Certified Public Accountant - State of Pennsylvania (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans and tuition assistance.
• Access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
• Access to medical (including prescription) insurance for all colleagues, including those who work less than part-time.