Grants Financial Analyst Senior

Job Summary

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The Grants Financial Analyst is responsible for identifying, tracking, and pursuing payment on past due non-clinical sponsored project accounts receivable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Completes collection efforts while ensuring positive relationships with sponsors and campus partners are maintained. Conducts research and utilizes award information to track down appropriate contacts for invoices and payment among various entity types.

Also serves as backup for the Accounting Coordinator in the daily posting of sponsor payments, aiding them in research and application of complex payments as necessary.

This position requires the ability to understand and interpret data in the financial system and award documentation regarding invoicing requirements necessary for success in the role.

A self-motivated, tenacious, flexible, and organized individual with an eye for detail and proven technical abilities utilizing Excel to analyze and track data is essential.

Upon successful completion of training, this position is eligible for consideration of a hybrid work arrangement.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Accounting, Grants, Financial Analysis, IRIS / SAP, BW / BEX, Excel, FES, Word, and Crystal Reports.

Minimum Requirements

None.

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday-Friday; 8 : 00 am-5 : 00 pm.

Preferred Education / Experience

Higher education and grants management experience; technical reporting and analysis; and review and interpretation of legal agreements.

Deadline to Apply

09 / 24 / 2024

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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Which of the following best describes your experience in Accounts Receivable Accounting and Collections?
• None
• More than 0, up through 1 year
• More than 1 year, up through 3 years
• More than 3 years, up through 5 years
• More than 5 years
• Describe a recent situation where you had to research and review information for the purpose of making a decision or recommendation.
• Provide a recent example that illustrates your ability to communicate effectively.
• Describe your level of proficiency utilizing various software packages and reporting tools to complete data analysis, generate reports, and / or investigate areas of concern.
• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Expert
• Which of the following best describes your experience with juggling competing priorities, monitoring progress and successfully meeting deadlines?
• I manage competing priorities in my daily tasks
• I manage daily tasks as well as the occasional special project
• I manage daily tasks, special projects, and occasional long term projects
• I routinely manage daily tasks, special projects, and various long term projects
• Other
• Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• A Colleague, Friend and / or Family Member
• UK Job Fair
• None of the Above

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