What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants and Contract Specialist position at Tap Growth ai?
We're Hiring: Contract Specialist!
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Specialist to manage and oversee contract processes from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, legal knowledge, and the ability to negotiate favorable terms while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
Location: Detroit, MI
Work Mode: On-site
Role: Contract Specialist
Summary
The Research Grant/Contract Specialist is responsible for monitoring the financial status of one or more grants and assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) in grant preparation. The role requires analyzing expense reports, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines, correcting accounting errors, and preparing budgets aligned with internal and external agency standards.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Specialist to manage and oversee contract processes from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, legal knowledge, and the ability to negotiate favorable terms while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
Location: Detroit, MI
Work Mode: On-site
Role: Contract Specialist
Summary
The Research Grant/Contract Specialist is responsible for monitoring the financial status of one or more grants and assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) in grant preparation. The role requires analyzing expense reports, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines, correcting accounting errors, and preparing budgets aligned with internal and external agency standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and track financial status of assigned grants
- Analyze expense reports to ensure proper allocation of grant funds
- Collaborate with external departments to identify and correct accounting discrepancies
- Assist Principal Investigators in preparing research grant applications and budgets
- Ensure all budget proposals comply with applicable funding agency and internal guidelines
- Utilize Excel or similar tools for tracking and reporting purposes
- Minimum 3–4 years of relevant experience in grant/contract or financial administration
- College coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Strong analytical ability and high attention to detail
- Proficiency in Excel or similar financial software
- Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, particularly in a related field
