Director of Service Center Rate Analysis & Compliance

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 89,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Office of Research seeks an Associate Director for Rate Analysis & Compliance to lead service centre and core lab rate setting. You will supervise staff, ensure rates cover costs, and maintain audit-ready documentation.

You will collaborate with central finance, department leadership, and research centers to implement compliant rate methodologies and monitor financial performance across units.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant cost analysis experience.
• Experience with Uniform Guidance and federal cost principles.
• Leadership experience in a financial environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct rate setting and compliance oversight for service centre and core labs.
• Coordinate collaboration with campus units and central finance.
• Develop training on rate-setting, cost accounting standards, and compliance.
• Monitor compliance, audit readiness, and reporting.

Skills

Uniform Guidance knowledge (2 CFR Part

Lead worker / supervisory experience

Excel / financial modeling

CAS knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP/financial systems (PeopleSoft/Workday)

Job description

The University of Kansas Office of Research seeks an Associate Director for Rate Analysis & Compliance to lead service centre and core lab rate setting. You will supervise staff, ensure rates cover costs, and maintain audit-ready documentation.

You will collaborate with central finance, department leadership, and research centers to implement compliant rate methodologies and monitor financial performance across units.