Academic Research Budget & Data Analyst II

USC Mark & Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute in Los Angeles seeks a seasoned university finance professional to lead budgeting, grant accounting, and financial analysis within a research setting. You will manage sponsored research proposals, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance with GAAP and university policies, collaborating with administrators, researchers, and program managers.

The role requires a Master’s degree and several years of related experience; strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3+ years related experience in university finance environments.
• Budget experience including government and fund accounting; familiarity with GAAP.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication; ability to manage competing priorities.

Skills

Budget management

Grant accounting

Project supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or related field

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting or related field

Tools

Database administration

Job description

USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute in Los Angeles seeks a seasoned university finance professional to lead budgeting, grant accounting, and financial analysis within a research setting. You will manage sponsored research proposals, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance with GAAP and university policies, collaborating with administrators, researchers, and program managers.

The role requires a Master’s degree and several years of related experience; strong