Financial Analyst , Post Award

Position: Financial Analyst 2, Post Award

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $

Overview

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community‑eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Please note that this is a fully remote position with available on campus touchdown workspace.

Candidates must be able to report to the New Haven campus as requested to meet with Faculty, Leadership and for team meetings/events as needed.

Required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability in problem‑solving, data analysis, and resolving complex issues with sound judgment.
• Demonstrated superior customer service orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage proactively with clients.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a fast‑paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Strong computing skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and database query tools.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Experience with Yale Workday and understanding of federal regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, NSF's PAPPG, NIH GPS).
• Previous sponsored award/research administration experience in an academic setting, including clinical trial financial management.
• Knowledge of Yale University policies and procedures governing sponsored project management.
• Project management training and experience, with a strategic approach to managing multiple projects.

Principal Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Cultivates and maintains strong working partnerships and effective communications with all key stakeholders.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or finance and four years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

11/19/2025

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Manager;
Program Leader (24)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Remote

Location

221 Whitney Ave, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre‑employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements.…