Temporary Post-Award Finance Specialist (Part-Time)
Job Location:
Ithaca, NY - USA
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Job Summary
The Department of Public and Ecosystem Health isseekinga detail-oriented and collaborativePost-Award Finance Specialistto provide short-term support for sponsored projectfinancial management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring responsible stewardship of grant funding that supports public health environmental and ecosystem initiatives.
The ideal candidate brings experience in post-award administration strong analytical skills and an understanding of compliance requirements associated with public and research funding.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and manage financial activity across assigned grant and contract accounts
Review expenditures for allowability allocability and compliance with sponsor (e.g. federal state foundation) and institutional policies
Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepanciesin a timely manner
Assistwith financial reporting invoicing andgrantcloseout processes
Support budget tracking forecasting and variance analysis for active awards
Prepare documentation for audits and ensure readiness for internal or external review
Collaborate with faculty principal investigators (PIs) and program staff to support financial decision-making
Ensuretimelyandaccurateprocessing of financial transactions
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in finance accounting business administration public health administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience with post-award grant management research administration or public sector finance strongly preferred
Familiarity with federal grant regulations (e.g. Uniform Guidance) and/or public health funding requirements
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiencyin Excel andfinancial managementsystems
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Strong communicationand interpersonal skills
Position Details
This is a2 monthpart time position offering up to 19 hours perweek.
This is an onsite positionlocatedin Ithaca NY
This position is notbenefitseligible
Theanticipatedpay rate is $30/hr
University Job Title:
Temporary Finance Professional - SP
Job Family:
Temporary Finance/Budget/Planning
Level:
No Grade - Hourly
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
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Remote Option Availability:
Onsite
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Contact Name:
Gabriel Gonzalez
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