Financial Program Assistant

Position Overview

The School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences (SANS) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks applications and nominations for a twelve-month, grant‑funded staff position as a Financial Program Assistant in the Office of International Programs. The role provides financial support to the CEGFSD, the USDA National Institute of Agriculture’s Next Gen project, and other related projects. The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team overseeing several OIP‑led projects.

UMES is a 1890 Land‑Grant University located in a rural setting on the Delmarva Peninsula with easy access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia.

• Perform financial oversight for CEGFSD, Next Gen, and related programs.
• Manage financial operations for OIP‑led programs, including execution of subaward agreements.
• Collaborate with SANS Fiscal Affairs Office, UMES Office of Sponsored Programs and Research, partner institutions’ sponsored programs office, and other university departments.
• Create purchase orders and execute professional service provider agreements.
• Process travel reimbursements and monitor outstanding checks monthly.
• Assist students, faculty, researchers, and third parties in resolving grant account issues.
• Maintain an inventory of commonly used research and university forms.
• Keep accurate records of financial instruments and adhere to data management plan best practices.
• Generate financial reports for OIP‑led program accounts and subawards.
• File accounts payable reports accurately.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• B.A. degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline.
• Two years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Workday Enterprise.
• Experience working with research grants.
• Broad knowledge of information technology and complex software.
• Experience with land‑grant universities.
• Knowledge of general accounting practices.
• Ability to plan and develop organizational budgets.
• Skills in maintaining and managing multiple accounting records.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Capacity to take on new responsibilities in an environment of change and ambiguity.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with external constituencies and stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Physical demands: extended standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk; lifting; operation of office equipment; communication with constituents.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of professional secretarial, clerical, or administrative experience.
• Additional work experience may be substituted on a one‑for‑one basis for up to four years.

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents.
• Prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in state pension system or optional retirement plan with Fidelity or TIAA; supplemental retirement accounts with $600 annual state match; life insurance.
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to policies, spouses and dependents.
• Paid leave: 22 days annual, 15 days sick leave, 3 days personal leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to state wellness programs.

$55,000 – $65,000.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume and the names, e‑mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three current professional references. All applicants must apply through the online application system at  The successful candidate must provide documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a 1890 Land‑Grant University located in a rural setting on the Delmarva Peninsula. Major metropolitan areas of Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD, and Philadelphia, PA are within easy travel distance.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.