Financial Analyst Post-Award Compliance - FACO
Financial Analyst Post-Award Compliance - FACO
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$ 61800 - 102300
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Financial Analysis and Compliance Office (FACO) is seeking a Financial Analyst (PostAward Compliance) to join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting Penn States research enterprise through expert financial analysis compliance oversight and collaborative partnerships with colleges and units.
This position plays a key role in strengthening the postaward administration of the Universitys $1.3B research portfolio by contributing expertise in research administration audit coordination training process improvement and datadriven reporting. Financial Analysts work closely with college research administrators financial officers Research Accounting Internal Audit the Office of Budget and Finance and other stakeholders to implement best practices strengthen internal controls enhance compliance and ensure operational excellence across the research enterprise.
Responsibilities: Following are the key duties that the successful candidate in this position will perform:
Provide expert guidance on research administration and compliance in collaboration with unitlevel partners.
Stay up to date with emerging sponsor requirements University policies and procedures and evolving federal and state regulations related to sponsored project administration.
Develop and deliver training and educational resources on postaward policies procedures and compliance standards.
Provide ongoing guidance to promote compliance standards and best practices for consistent understanding across the research community.
Monitor analyze and assess key financial indicators to evaluate the health of research portfolios including budgeting overspend reports cost share cost transfer frequency master data labor issues effort certification and timelines for project closeout.
Resolve complex financial and accounting issues in a timely and accurate manner in collaboration with college and central offices to ensure full compliance with University policies internal controls and sponsor requirements.
Coordinate and serve as a liaison for internal and external audits reviews and assessments related to sponsored research.
Track audit findings ensure timely resolution and document postaudit changes to ensure alignment with sponsor and University requirements and support longterm compliance and continuity.
Conduct account reconciliations and prepare accurate financial reports to support datainformed decisionmaking and sponsor compliance.
Identify systemic issues and risks related to noncompliance and propose standardized procedures to address them.
Generate interpret and present both standard and special reports to support Universitywide initiatives provide actionable guidance and inform leadership and external stakeholders.
Provide compliance oversight and consultative support to college research administration teams foster strong partnerships enhance communication and strengthen the connection between units and FACO.
Deliver unitspecific training using local data and support resolution of advanced issues not easily addressed through standard financial systems.
Education and Experience: This position will be filled at the Advanced Professional or the Senior Professional level. The minimum qualifications for the Advanced Professional level are a Bachelors degree and 3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The minimum qualifications for the Senior Professional level are a Bachelors degree and 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills: Strong knowledge of postaward research administration compliance regulations and sponsor guidelines is strongly preferred. Exceptional analytical accounting interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this role. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting including advanced use of Excel and other reporting tools is highly valued. Strong presentation and training skills are also important as this role involves translating complex financial and compliance concepts into accessible information for diverse audiences. Experience with enterprise systems such as SIMBA (SAP/S4HANA) is preferred. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively across a complex and diverse research enterprise is also desired.
Application: Candidates should submit a cover letter expressing their interest and qualifications in the position as well as a resume describing their education and work experience.
Work Arrangement: The location of this position is flexible and can operate fully remote within the United States fully inperson at our University Park Campus or in a hybrid model of both inperson and remote. Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. Individuals working fully remotely may be asked to travel to Penn State to participate in certain on campus activities. Such travel costs may be covered by Penn State in accordance with University policy and procedures.
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Penn State offers competitive benefits to fulltime employees including medical dental vision and retirement plans in addition to tuition discounts and paid holidays. Please visit for more detailed information.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$61800.00 $102300.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
