Grants & Finance Manager (Sponsored Research)

University of Chicago; Town of Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking an experienced financial administrator to manage post‑award activities, budgets, and reporting for sponsored projects within the Development Innovation Lab. This role collaborates with PIs, Research Directors, and university offices to ensure accuracy and compliance across funds.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, and closeout activities, with emphasis on accuracy, timely reporting, and adherence to sponsor guidelines and

Qualifications

• College/university degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Advanced degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets, forecasts and monthly reporting.
• Oversee post‑award administration including budgeting, reporting and closeouts.
• Coordinate with PIs, HR, and University offices on financial matters.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate account balances.

Skills

Budgeting

Post-award management

Pre-award support

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Oracle

AURA

Workday

GEMS/Concur

Excel

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking an experienced financial administrator to manage post‑award activities, budgets, and reporting for sponsored projects within the Development Innovation Lab. This role collaborates with PIs, Research Directors, and university offices to ensure accuracy and compliance across funds.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, and closeout activities, with emphasis on accuracy, timely reporting, and adherence to sponsor guidelines and