California State University, Fresno Foundation
GRANT ANALYST I – FOUNDATION FINANCIAL SERVICES
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT #26-811
POSITION SUMMARY:
Full-time, benefited position available with Foundation Financial Services through the California State University, Fresno Foundation. The California State University, Fresno Foundation manages all aspects of the financial activities for grants, contracts, trust accounts, investments, endowments, scholarships, loans, gifts and donations for the California State University, Fresno campus community and other Foundation customers. This position is responsible for the administrative support tasks associated with the Post Award function.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the Director and/or the Associate Director of Post-Award Administration, the incumbent will be responsible for the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- : Reviews and sets up new grants and contracts; processes cost center set-up: maintains cost center files, sets up cost centers in the computer to include contract information, budget, indirect rate, customer address book numbers, remit to address book numbers, category codes, and cost shares; processes payroll, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, trial balance and other activities within cost centers; enters supplemental data in the computer.
- : Enters and posts journal entries; works with Grant Analysts to request missing documentation or incomplete cost centers with object codes.
- : Works with Grant Analysts and/or Human Resources to request missing documentation or incomplete cost centers with object codes.
- : Ensures time sheets have proper cost centers and budgeted funds available; makes corrections to object codes and totals; checks for authorized signatures; checks the funds available per line item as well as the total budget.
- : Works through/with the Grant Analysts on any items that require communication with our customers.
- : Prepares invoices in computer system; sets up return address and contact information for invoices in computer system; prepares special invoices provided by the agencies.
- : Provides a wide range of general administrative support for the Grant Analysts, including photocopying, filing, research, preparing/mailing out letters, developing and maintaining spreadsheets and related functions.
- : May participate in audits; assist with spreadsheets and data needed for software implementation; performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Economics, Accounting or a closely related discipline
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in accounting or general administrative support with experience in a fast paced, high volume, customer service environment required
- Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of office equipment
- Ability to be a “team player” and have a record of good attendance
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
- Must be highly flexible and able to adjust priorities under pressure of deadlines and frequent interruptions
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills including written and oral communication
- Ability to work with and maintain cooperative relationships with a diverse population
- Professional demeanor
COMPENSATION:
$3,500 per month ($42,000 annual), depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance and 401K, vacation, holiday pay, and sick leave.
DEADLINE:
Application review begins July 10, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
TO APPLY:
Please visit the Auxiliary Human Resources page at https://auxiliary.fresnostate.edu/association/hr/employment-opportunities.html for job announcement and application.
E-mail completed application & resume to: [email protected]
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION
California State University, Fresno is a smoke free campus. For more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html
Employment for this position is by the California State University, Fresno Foundation. This is not a State of California position.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ADA EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
