Sponsored Research Financial Analyst - Research Grants and Contracts

Emory Healthcare - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Atlanta, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Sponsored Research Financial Analyst at Emory University plays a crucial role in the post-award processing of grants and contracts within the Office of Research: Grants & Contracts (RGC). This position is responsible for account management, reconciliation, and providing support to principal investigators and research personnel. The analyst will interpret research funding awards, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with regulations while assisting in the preparation of reports for federal and sponsoring agencies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for post-award processing of grants and contracts.
• Provides account management, reconciliation, and resolution for principal investigators and research support personnel.
• Advises and interprets research funding awards, approves and monitors accounting and procurement expenditures.
• Provides direct support with accounts payable/receivable processes.
• Routinely provides policy and procedure interpretation to academic departments.
• Assists in the preparation of reports to federal and sponsoring agencies.
• Reviews contracts and maintains grant and contract files.
• Reviews invoices and monitors accounts receivable and deliverable reports.
• Develops queries and reports on the financial system.
• Works with division business managers to resolve contractual issues.
• Communicates with sponsors and ensures compliance with contract regulations and reporting requirements.
• Closes out contracts and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
• 4 years of professional accounting experience or a combination of training, education, and experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding post-award administration.
• Familiarity with NIH grant policies, procurement, accounts payable/receivable, and general business practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service experience with MD/PhD research population is preferred.

Benefits

• Work from home regularly with the ability to commute to Emory University as needed.