Post Award Administrator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
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About the Role
The Portfolio & Grant Analyst serves as a strategic financial partner for a portfolio of grants and contracts supporting sponsored research. This role exists to ensure the financial integrity and sustainability of research initiatives by managing post-award operations, from budgeting and forecasting to compliance and stewardship.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with Principal Investigators (PIs) and key stakeholders to navigate complex financial landscapes. Your day-to-day involves resolving budgetary issues, preparing detailed financial statements, and providing long-term planning for research funding. You will act as a guide for faculty, advising on financial matters, recommending spending strategies, and managing the lifecycle of grants, including renewals, extensions, and closeouts. By maintaining up-to-date knowledge of university and sponsor policies, you ensure that every financial decision aligns with regulatory requirements while supporting the university's research mission.
Hiring Process
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing, and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of this background check.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Yale University is committed to basing judgments concerning employment upon qualifications and abilities. The University seeks to attract a diverse faculty, staff, and student body from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in employment against any individual on account of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). Additionally, Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage post-award financial operations including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
- check_circleDevelop proposals and budgets for grant and contract submissions
- check_circleEnsure compliance with sponsor policies and university procedures on cost allowability
- check_circleCollaborate with Principal Investigators to resolve budgetary issues and advise on spending strategies
- check_circleOversee grant renewals, extensions, and closeouts with final financial reporting
- check_circleAnalyze financial data to create complex reports and long-range projections
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree required
- verifiedTwo years of related financial experience required
- verifiedDemonstrated application of financial, accounting and economic concepts
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Excel
- verifiedBackground check screening required
Nice to Have
Prior experience with grants and contract administration, including pre-award to post-award processes. Knowledge of university policies and procedures, particularly within an academic or medical research setting. Proficiency in using financial systems such as Workday and Yale Budget Tool (YBT) for financial management and reporting. Experience in managing international sponsored awards, including familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements. Bachelor's degree in accounting, business management, or a related field, with several years of relevant financial experience.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Excel, Workday, Yale Budget Tool, YBT.
Education: Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business management, or related field.
Frequently asked questions about Post Award Administrator at Yale Online
What does a Post Award Administrator at Yale Online do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Post Award Administrator at Yale Online will manage post-award financial operations including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting; develop proposals and budgets for grant and contract submissions; ensure compliance with sponsor policies and university procedures on cost allowability; and collaborate with principal investigators to resolve budgetary issues and advise on spending strategies.
What are the requirements for this Post Award Administrator role?expand_more
To qualify for the Post Award Administrator at Yale Online position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree required; Two years of related financial experience required; Demonstrated application of financial, accounting and economic concepts; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; and Background check screening required.
Where is the Post Award Administrator role at Yale Online located?expand_more
Post Award Administrator at Yale Online is based in Planifyr. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Post Award Administrator job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Yale Online has listed this Post Award Administrator role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this Post Award Administrator role?expand_more
Post Award Administrator at Yale Online typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Post Award Administrator role at Yale Online?expand_more
Key skills for Post Award Administrator at Yale Online include Microsoft Excel; Workday; Yale Budget Tool; and YBT.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business management, or related field.
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Post Award Administrator at Yale Online is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.