Lead Financial Analyst, Post-Award

Overview

Lead Financial Analyst, Post-Award


Job Identification: 18450
Posting Date:
Job Schedule: Full Time
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Job Description:
What We Are Looking For

The Post-Award Research Administrator - Financial Analyst Team Lead plays a critical role in the financial administration of sponsored projects. Reporting to the Manager for Post-Award Financial Administration, this position is responsible for managing key post-award financial processes, including invoicing, financial reporting to sponsors, and ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements. In addition, the Team Lead provides guidance, mentorship, and oversight to financial analysts, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all post-award financial activities.

Remote/hybrid work will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

A Bachelors degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A Masters degree and seven years of relevant work experience are preferred.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of federal regulations governing sponsored research (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NIH, NSF, DOE).
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA).

*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Provide guidance and support to financial analysts, ensuring adherence to policies and best practices in post-award financial management.
• Review and oversee work prepared by financial analysts, offering feedback and ensuring accuracy before submission.
• Serve as a point of escalation for complex post award issues.
• Assume managerial responsibilities in the absence of the manager.

Financial Administration & Compliance:

• Ensure the accurate and timely financial management of sponsored projects, including financial reporting; invoicing; following up on past due accounts receivable, award set up and maintenance; and processing modification of awards.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and sponsor regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NIH, NSF, DOE) to ensure compliance.

Other:

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission\
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90,000 - $95,000. The full salary range for this position classification is $74,260.16 - $122,529.27

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certification, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!


About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.


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