Research Finance & Operations Analyst

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Financial Analyst Coordinator within the College of Health Sciences Office of Research & Scholarship. The role supports research administration, financial oversight, procurement, and compliance across the college, coordinating with faculty and leadership on budget planning and sponsored project management.

The coordinator ensures accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and adherence to university and sponsor requirements while overseeing daily

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAP, Tableau, and business policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to analyze financial information and develop budget projections.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound judgement in interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, researchers, leadership, and central administrative offices.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a complex and fast-paced environment.
• 3 years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing activities for research-related goods and services while ensuring compliance with university, sponsor, and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret and apply business policies, procedures, regulations, and guidance to support research operations and financial processes.
• Support budget planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting for the College, research office, and other assigned units.
• Assist principal investigators with budget projections, revisions, transfers, and ongoing financial monitoring.
• Oversee daily operations of the Office of Research & Scholarship, including administration of faculty research awards, pilot awards, student awards, and other research funding programs.
• Manage financial processes and budget oversight for college research centers and programs to ensure accurate reporting and effective budget control.
• Develop, maintain, and annually review standard operating procedures and provide training on policy and process updates.
• Collaborate with faculty, center leadership, Collaborative Grant Services, and university offices to support sponsored project effort management, compliance activities, and long-term financial planning.
• Create annual reports, dashboards, and analyses for research and college leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

Tableau

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a Financial Analyst Coordinator within the College of Health Sciences Office of Research & Scholarship. The role supports research administration, financial oversight, procurement, and compliance across the college, coordinating with faculty and leadership on budget planning and sponsored project management.

The coordinator ensures accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and adherence to university and sponsor requirements while overseeing daily