Finance Specialist & Grants Leader (Hybrid)

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and

Regents Tuition Benefit Program

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy

Job summary

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a Finance Analyst with strong grant accounting experience to support the College of Science and Engineering Shared Services Team. The role combines financial oversight, budgeting, and analysis across sponsored and non-sponsored funds, with a focus on complex grants and internal reporting.

As a non-supervisory leader, you will mentor junior staff, coordinate with departments, and drive process improvements while working in a hybrid environment

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree + six years of related experience required.
• Demonstrated experience in both pre-award and post-award grant accounting.
• UMN Certified Approver required.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary financial oversight and fiscal operation for assigned unit.
• Advise unit staff on financial policies and procedures; serve as primary local expert on policies and procedures.
• Review and approve financial transactions, perform monthly reconciliation, and prepare journal vouchers as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Education

BA/BS Degree

Job description

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a Finance Analyst with strong grant accounting experience to support the College of Science and Engineering Shared Services Team. The role combines financial oversight, budgeting, and analysis across sponsored and non-sponsored funds, with a focus on complex grants and internal reporting.

As a non-supervisory leader, you will mentor junior staff, coordinate with departments, and drive process improvements while working in a hybrid environment