Grants & Portfolio Accountant - Research Programs

Yale Cancer Center

New Haven, Northern (CT, KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Yale Cancer Center seeks a Portfolio & Grant Accountant to oversee financial management for the MD/PhD Program's sponsored and non-sponsored accounts in New Haven. You will provide budgeting, reporting, and planning support, ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and university policies.

The role includes managing pre- and post-award activities and advising faculty on financial strategy. Reporting to the Associate Director for Program Administration, MD/PhD Program, you will collaborate

Qualifications

Demonstrated ability in financial management, including budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail and accuracy; ability to plan and prioritize across multiple awards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with faculty, staff, and sponsors.
Proficiency in financial software and tools, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with initiative and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Develop budgets and expenditures across multiple awards and portfolios.
Prepare financial analyses, forecasts, and long-range projections.
Ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and university policies in financial planning.
Manage pre- and post-award activities including renewals, progress reports, and closeouts.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize resource allocation and stewardship.