Budget Architect for Sponsored Proposals

Clay Today; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo seeks a Proposal Budget Specialist to develop and oversee compliant budgets for sponsored projects. You will support pre- and post-award budgeting, align with sponsor policies, and guide PIs and staff to ensure accuracy and consistency.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, two years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. This is a full-time on-site position with a focus on meticulous budgeting and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years' technical or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong math skills for developing and managing budgets.
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed budgets for sponsored proposals and budget consistency.
• Interpret and apply budget guidelines according to university and sponsor-specific policies.
• Act as a point of contact for clarifying budget policies with sponsors and responding to inquiries on budget items.
• Work closely with Proposal & Project Managers, PIs, and administrative staff to provide guidance on budget creation, adjustment processes, and policy compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline budgeting process, enhancing efficiency and compliance.
• Administrative responsibilities in support of pre- and post-award activities.

Skills

Budgeting

Math

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

University at Buffalo seeks a Proposal Budget Specialist to develop and oversee compliant budgets for sponsored projects. You will support pre- and post-award budgeting, align with sponsor policies, and guide PIs and staff to ensure accuracy and consistency.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, two years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. This is a full-time on-site position with a focus on meticulous budgeting and process improvement.