Remote Grant Portfolio & Finance Analyst

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

Yale University is seeking a Portfolio & Grant Analyst to manage the financial operations of sponsored research grants and contracts. You will oversee post‑award budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, collaborating with PIs and administrative offices to ensure accurate financial information and compliant project administration.

The role involves managing renewals, closeouts, and long-term funding planning, with responsibilities spanning budget development, expenditure projections, and sponsor

Qualifications

• Strong financial and analytical skills with application of accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to manage multiple data sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.”
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with positive customer service.

Responsibilities

• Financial analysis and reporting: develop budgets, forecast scenarios, and prepare financial statements.
• Proposal development: create budgets for grant/contract submissions and ensure sponsor compliance.
• Portfolio management: oversee multiple awards, renewals, and closeouts, advise PIs on finances.
• Compliance and risk management: apply sponsor policies and university procedures to ensure compliance.
• Collaborative finance partner: build relationships with faculty, research offices, and sponsors.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Workday

YBT

Job description

Yale University is seeking a Portfolio & Grant Analyst to manage the financial operations of sponsored research grants and contracts. You will oversee post‑award budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, collaborating with PIs and administrative offices to ensure accurate financial information and compliant project administration.

The role involves managing renewals, closeouts, and long-term funding planning, with responsibilities spanning budget development, expenditure projections, and sponsor