Post Award Associate - Financial Management

Job Description

The Post Award Associate of Financial Management serves as part of a team responsible for billing, financial reporting, receivable/collection and fiscal closeout of research awards in accordance with sponsored award requirements.

Responsibilities include review of financial terms and invoicing requirements of award documents in order to prepare accurate invoices and financial reports in accordance with University and sponsor requirements. Review of monthly transactions to ensure compliance with award terms. Fiscal reconciliation for award closeout and final invoice submission. Accounts receivable management to ensure accurate application and receipt of payments. Use of University Banner applications to generate invoices as well as various online sponsor invoicing systems for submission of invoices and reports.

Will be expected to foster teamwork and collaboration, with demonstrated organizational skills and a high commitment to customer service. Position requires use of the University financial and award management system, proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet tools, as well as Adobe. Strong customer service and working collaboratively with different process partners. Ability to communicate effectively and be highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Degree or significant relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping/accounting practices
• Demonstrated experience and/or college coursework with emphasis on accounting, finance, or government/business regulations and administration

• Demonstrated experience with federal and non-federal grants and/or contract regulations.
• Project administration and/or billing and reporting experience.
• Knowledge of university administrative and/or accounting practices and procedures.

4

Exempt:
Not eligible for overtime

Regular

$57,000-$70,000

40 hrs per week

October 5, 2026

Position is hybrid with a weekly on-campus presence, and will require the completion of a telework agreement in accordance with Policy 4325, Alternative Work Site and Telework Policy. The hybrid work schedule will be confirmed following an onsite training period.

We are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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