Indirect Cost & Compliance Analyst

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Metro transit U-Pass

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an Indirect Cost Analyst to oversee financial monitoring, compliance, and reporting for recharge centers.

The role ensures Uniform Guidance adherence and develops administrator training programs, balancing central oversight with strong customer service. The analyst collaborates with auditors, updates training materials, and guides departments on rate-setting and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Two or more years of experience in a public accounting firm or equivalent experience in a general accounting or financial reporting position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, federal Uniform Guidance, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the university-wide Subject Matter Expert over recharge centers and SSF, monitor compliance with UG and policies, and evaluate submitted data and charge rate structures.
• Coordinate with auditors for UG audits and help establish new centers; design and deliver training for department administrators.
• Build online learning options and modernize department communication with accessible guides and FAQs.
• Maintain internal controls in Cost Analysis and streamline rate-review workflows and monitoring procedures.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and support leadership with special projects.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Detail-Oriented

Excel Analytics

Oral Communications

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Tools

Excel

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an Indirect Cost Analyst to oversee financial monitoring, compliance, and reporting for recharge centers.

The role ensures Uniform Guidance adherence and develops administrator training programs, balancing central oversight with strong customer service. The analyst collaborates with auditors, updates training materials, and guides departments on rate-setting and internal controls.