Grants & Budgeting Finance Specialist

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Office of Fellowships is seeking a Financial Administrator to manage budgeting, reporting, and grant-related financial activity. The role supports accounting, endowment, and fund disbursement for alums, staff, and students, coordinating with sponsored research and external granting bodies.

Strong data handling across multiple systems is essential for financial operations and front-office engagement with foundation representatives, faculty, and students.

Job description

Northwestern University’s Office of Fellowships is seeking a Financial Administrator to manage budgeting, reporting, and grant-related financial activity. The role supports accounting, endowment, and fund disbursement for alums, staff, and students, coordinating with sponsored research and external granting bodies.

Strong data handling across multiple systems is essential for financial operations and front-office engagement with foundation representatives, faculty, and students.