- Manhattan, Kansas, United States
- Division of Financial Services
- Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
- Closing at: Aug 28 2026 - 23:55 CDT
The Post-Award Accountant is responsible for the financial management, compliance oversight, and lifecycle administration of sponsored projects and governmental grants for departments supported by the Administrative Support Center. This position serves as the primary point of contact between faculty, departmental staff, and central finance offices to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely management of awarded funds. Responsibilities include monitoring project expenditures against budget, preparing expenditure projection reports, providing financial data needed for grant amendment or extension requests, and tracking outstanding commitments to support accurate and timely closeout of all awards.
- Lead all post-award accounting activities and prepare all financial analysis and reports for projects including account reconciliation, salary distribution, matching commitments, and sponsored research overhead distribution.
- Facilitate payments to entities receiving subawards, project partners, vendors, and others as determined by project.
- Track and report as necessary all equipment purchased with grant funds.
- Review financial statements of project personnel including credit card statement payments and travel expense reports.
- Reconcile grant accounts and resolve discrepancies prior to reporting and closeout.
- Monitor budget to actuals, providing monthly and ad hoc reports as needed.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for ASC Budget Fiscal Coordinators, faculty and staff regarding grant questions related to projects, financial policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance on budgets, allowable costs, and best practices for grant management.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional regulations, including Uniform Guidance and university specific policies.
The Division of Financial Services at Kansas State University supports the university's mission of teaching, research, and service by providing strategic financial leadership, stewardship, and operational excellence. As part of Kansas State University, our team partners with campus units to deliver high-quality services in shared services financial and budgeting support, accounting, financial reporting, procurement, travel, and compliance. We are committed to integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement, leveraging data, technology, and collaborative relationships to ensure responsible resource management and an exceptional service experience for the K-State community.
This position is Hybrid eligible. This position is hybrid eligible; however, the first 90 days are required to be 100% on-site. After that period, hybrid eligibility may be granted based on individual performance, with a requirement of three days on-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience.
- Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or Related Field
- Experience in higher education business operations, with additional preference to those familiar with KSU policies, procedures and systems.
- Excellent Written Communication and Customer Service Skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Applications such as Excel and Word
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact Information for three (3) professional references
Applications close on:08/28/2026
$47,486 - $60,541 ($22.83 - $29.11)
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives.
Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.
The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.
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