Budget Specialist for Sponsored Proposals & Grants

AgUpdate; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo's Sponsored Projects Services is seeking a Proposal Budget Specialist to develop and oversee accurate budgets for sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university guidelines. This role supports PIs and project teams in pre- and post-award budgeting and maintains consistency in budgeting processes.

Key responsibilities include creating detailed budgets, interpreting guidelines, serving as a sponsor liaison, collaborating with Proposal & Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years' technical or administrative 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

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

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University at Buffalo's Sponsored Projects Services is seeking a Proposal Budget Specialist to develop and oversee accurate budgets for sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university guidelines. This role supports PIs and project teams in pre- and post-award budgeting and maintains consistency in budgeting processes.

Key responsibilities include creating detailed budgets, interpreting guidelines, serving as a sponsor liaison, collaborating with Proposal & Project