Job Abstract

This position will be responsible for the financial management and stewardship of a portfolio of grants and contracts for sponsored research and other departmental accounts. Provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts. Lead quality assurance initiative while supporting the development of resources for training and best practices. Responsible for financial and budgetary management of a primary portfolio as well as support for secondary portfolios comprised of multiple departments, federal and non-federal sponsors. Conducts complex modeling for a PI's portfolio of accounts to develop long and short-term resource plans. Creates and updates financial plan(s). Adjusts reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor requirements. Cultivates working partnerships and communications with faculty, PIs, OSP and department administrators. Mitigates risks with sponsor noncompliance. This position works under the general direction of the Associate Director of Research Administration and Research Manager for the Surgical Specialties Integrated Business Operation. This position is an integral part of the business office team, performing primarily post-award functions in a very complex research/clinical department. Strong computer skills, advanced knowledge of Excel, database query tools, and reporting. 1. Responsible for financial and budgetary management of a designated client portfolio. Provides guidance and oversight for budgeting, financial planning, and financial reporting. Maintains expertise in University budgeting processes and procedures as well as Federal and sponsor specific requirements. 2. Conducts complex strategic modeling that encompasses a Principal Investigators’ complete portfolio of grants to support the design and development of long and short term resource planning. Creates and updates financial plan(s), reflecting strategic direction, programmatic priorities and all other requirements. Adjusts processes, reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor specific requirements. 3. Cultivates and maintains strong working partnerships and effective communications with all key stakeholders. 4. Mitigates risks associated with sponsor non-compliance by identifying deficiencies in fund management. Develops and implements process and system changes to prevent or eliminate risk. Identifies and addresses internal control issues as they arise. Responsible for development and implementation of sophisticated reporting and analytical practices as well as sound and efficient internal controls to ensure compliance with all University policies and procedures (i.e. effort reporting). 5. Collaborates across organizational and functional boundaries to maximize the support provided to clients. Acts as a liaison between clients and various central University administrative offices. 6. Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, external and internal policies and procedures governing the administration of grants and contracts. Ensures compliance with regulatory, University and other training mandates. 7. May perform other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or finance and four years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.