Finance & Research Operations Coordinator

University System of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 55,689,000 - 79,315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire – Main Campus is seeking a Finance & Research Operations Coordinator to support the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping (CCOM). This in-person role focuses on external funding compliance, inventory and logistics, post-award accounting, and procurement, with a collaborative, detail-oriented approach.

Located on UNH's Durham, NH campus, the position runs 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, as a benefited, full-time, hourly role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field with 3 years of grant-funded projects experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management and procurement software.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Independent judgment in applying policies and procedures and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance across the research lifecycle, including grant reporting.
• Oversee asset and inventory management for CCOM.
• Manage shipping logistics, including domestic and international shipments.
• Assist post-award accounting and grant reporting.
• Support procurement, budget tracking, and vendor negotiations.
• Assist with events and campus communications and review progress reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance or related field

Tools

Workday

Grant management software

Procurement software

Job description

## Finance & Research Operations CoordinatorApply: University of New Hampshire – Main Campus: Full time: Posted 19 Days Ago: JR4956The Finance & Research Operations Coordinator position in UNH’s Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping (CCOM) supports the research enterprise, performing a variety of high-level administrative functions for the Center. This position plays a key role in supporting the Program and Business Manager(s) of the CCOM/JHC research center and associated principal investigators (PIs) by ensuring compliance, assisting with grant reporting, post-award support, and a complex shipping logistics and inventory management program. This position requires strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to fostering research excellence. This position requires independent judgment in applying policies and procedures, initiative and follow through, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others. This position is under the broad supervision of a designated supervisor.**Please note that this is a benefited, full-time, hourly position with an 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday work schedule. This is an in-person position located at UNH's main campus in Durham, NH.****Duties/Responsibilities**External Funding Compliance, Inventory and Logistics (45%)* **Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure adherence to local, state, federal, and institutional regulations, maintaining compliance throughout the research lifecycle.* **Asset and Inventory Management**: Support the development and implementation of asset management policies and procedures within CCOM, tracking and monitoring the lifecycle of assets, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal.* **Shipping Logistics:** Oversee aspects of CCOM’s rigorous domestic and international shipping logistics, including transportation, distribution, customs, and warehousing. Track and maintain accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading, invoices, and customs paperwork.Grant Accounting (35%)* **Post-Award Accounting:** Assist in the management of post-award accounting, including budget monitoring and financial reporting, maintaining documentation for a significant volume of grant-funded purchases, research applications and stipend requests.* **Procurement:** Manage research related purchasing for faculty, staff, and graduate students, negotiate purchase agreements, terms and conditions, and ensure compliance with company standards.Additional Support Activities (20%)* **Additional Support Activities:** Offer budget support, act as a contact for incoming inquiries, assist with internal and external events, and support campus-wide communication and stewardship efforts; Assist with review, feedback and editing of research progress reports and presentations.* Other Duties as Assigned**Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree in field related to business/finance or business and 3 years of experience in grant funded projects administration, negotiation, budgeting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with grant management and procurement software.**Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:*** Strong analytical skills and attention to detail* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.* Independent judgment in applying policies and procedures, initiative and follow-through, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.## **Preferred Qualifications:*** Knowledge of college/university business policies and practices especially in research administration.* Experience with Workday* Knowledge of UNH Export Controls and Customs Regulations; familiarity with shipping regulations, customs procedures, and supply chain principles is a plus.**Applicant instructions:**Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:* Resume/CV* Cover LetterApplications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.Compensation Pay Range: The budgeted salary for this position is approximately $49k. Internal equity, budget, and a candidate’s skills and experience will be considered at the time a job offer is made.