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Job Title Grants Financial Analyst Principal Requisition Number RE48431 Working Title Grants Financial Compliance Specialist Department Name 3A600:Research Financial Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 46 Salary Range $52,021-85,800/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 4 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements The essential job functions of this position require you to sit for extended periods of time; attend meetings in various building across campus; maintain high levelsof concentration and mental attention; communicate effectively through verbalmediums; work extensively on computers; limited lifting of objects. Shift Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. As an exempt position,additional time as needed to accomplish work goals within deadlines. Job Summary Research Financial Services is an integral part of the research endeavor, overseeing the financial reporting and compliance requirements of all externally sponsored projects including grant and contracts. Our primary goal is to facilitate the management of sponsored funds provided to the University, in compliance with relevant guidelines, for the purpose of continuing research.

We are seeking a Grants Financial Analyst to aid in the management of a rapidly expanding research portfolio in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. A successful applicant will be an enthusiastic person with great passion and energy to complete daily tasks independently, while ensuring continual progress towards long term goals. A love of policy and procedure to promote uniformity in decision-making and actions is essential.

This position includes the review of cost transfers, service center billings, and journal entries related to sponsored projects to ensure compliance with University accounting and business procedures. Responsibilities also include financial subaward monitoring, coordination and support of external audits and reviews of sponsored projects, and special projects as needed.This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule upon completion of training. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities SAP, Excel, Tableau, Crystal Reporting, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Written and Verbal Communication, Organization, Time Management, Accuracy, Technical/Computer Skills; Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Independence, Project Management Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Higher education and grants management experience; Technical reporting and analysis; Review and interpretation of legal agreements Deadline to Apply 02/02/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


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