Proposal Budget Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State University of New York at Buffalo's Sponsored Projects Services is seeking a Proposal Budget Specialist to develop and oversee accurate, compliant budgets for sponsored projects, supporting PIs and project teams pre- and post-award.

You will create detailed budgets, interpret guidelines, act as contact with sponsors, and collaborate with managers and staff to streamline processes and ensure policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years’ technical or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed budgets for sponsored proposals and budget consistency.
• Interpret and apply budget guidelines according to university and sponsor-specific policies.
• Act as a point of contact for clarifying budget policies with sponsors and responding to inquiries on budget items.
• Work closely with Proposal & Project Managers, PIs, and administrative staff to provide guidance on budget creation, adjustment processes, and policy compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline budgeting process, enhancing efficiency and compliance.
• Administrative responsibilities in support of pre- and post-award activities.

Skills

Budgeting and financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Proposal Budget Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

Position Title Proposal Budget Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

Sponsored Projects Services ( SPS ) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a Proposal Budget Specialist. The Proposal Budget Specialist supports the proposal and project management process by developing and overseeing accurate, compliant budgets for sponsored projects. This role ensures adherence to funding guidelines, assists PIs and project teams in budget preparation both pre- and post-award as necessary. The Proposal Budget Specialist will also contribute to maintaining consistency in process in accordance with university and sponsor policies.
Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed budgets for sponsored proposals and budget consistency.
• Interpret and apply budget guidelines according to university and sponsor-specific policies.
• Act as a point of contact for clarifying budget policies with sponsors and responding to inquiries on budget items.
• Work closely with Proposal & Project Managers, PIs, and administrative staff to provide guidance on budget creation, adjustment processes, and policy compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline budgeting process, enhancing efficiency and compliance.
• Administrative responsibilities in support of pre- and post-award activities.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Aff... The Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ technical or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization