Financial Analyst Project Manager Jobs in Clinton, CT

Reporting to a Manager of FRMS Post‑Award, the Financial Analyst 2, Post‑Award provides expert analytical and financial services, guidance, and consultation to faculty and staff to optimize the Principal Investigator's use of research funds and mitigate risk of non‑compliance for all awards. The role involves managing post‑award functions, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management, and conducting complex modeling for resource planning. They are responsible for financial and budgetary management of a portfolio comprised of multiple departments, federal and non‑federal sponsors. They conduct complex modeling for a PI's portfolio of accounts to develop long‑ and short‑term resource plans, adjusting reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor requirements and cultivating working partnerships and communications with faculty, PIs, OSP, and department administrators.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability in problem‑solving, data analysis, and resolving complex issues with sound judgment.
• Demonstrated superior customer service orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage proactively with clients.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a fast‑paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Strong computing skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and database query tools.

• Experience with Yale Workday and understanding of federal regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, NSF's PAPPG, NIH GPS).
• Previous sponsored award/research administration experience in an academic setting.
• Knowledge of Yale University policies and procedures governing sponsored project management.
• Project management training and experience, with a strategic approach to managing multiple projects.
• Familiarity with sponsors such as DOE, DOD, ONR, NASA, and national labs.

• Responsible for financial and budgetary management of a designated client portfolio and for providing guidance and oversight for budgeting, financial planning, and financial reporting.
• Conducts complex strategic modeling that encompasses a Principal Investigator’s complete portfolio of grants to support the design and development of long‑ and short‑term resource planning.
• Creates and updates financial plan(s), reflecting strategic direction, programmatic priorities, and all other requirements.
• Adjusts processes, reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor‑specific requirements.
• Cultivates and maintains strong working partnerships and effective communications with all key stakeholders.
• Mitigates risks associated with sponsor non‑compliance by identifying deficiencies in fund management and developing and implementing processes and system changes to prevent or eliminate risk.
• Identifies and addresses internal control issues as they arise and is responsible for development and implementation of sophisticated reporting and analytical practices as well as sound and efficient internal controls to ensure compliance with all University policies and procedures.
• Collaborates across organizational and functional boundaries to maximize the support provided to clients and acts as a liaison between clients and various central University administrative offices.
• Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, external and internal policies and procedures governing the administration of grants and contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory, University and other training mandates.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or finance and four years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range: $68,000.00 – $120,500.00

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre‑employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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