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University of Miami

Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Sr. Sponsored Programs SpecialistApply locations Miami, FL

Time Type: Full Time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R100080752

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time

Remote Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist (Post-Award).

The Senior Sponsored Programs Specialist coordinates administrative and financial functions for the assigned department. This position also oversees junior staff and takes on the review of more complex grant activities in order to ensure departmental compliance with applicable guidelines, rules, and regulations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides technical assistance and guidance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of funding proposals.

Responds to general inquiries regarding sponsored program policies and procedures.

Reviews grant applications to ensure accuracy.

Accesses applicable database(s) to verify regulatory compliance approvals before establishing the project account.

Maintains the internal proposal documents and electronic records for assigned portfolio.

Processes and disseminates various non-financial post-award actions such as award notifications, amendments, and related documents.

Assists in the coordination of the project closeout.

Coordinates with faculty on possible need for budget revisions to be consistent with award amount as received.

Reviews award terms and conditions and discusses flagged items with faculty.

Oversees all audits and bank reconciliations of petty cash accounts.

Monitors sponsored programs subcontracting activity.

Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Departmental Specific Functions:

The Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist will be responsible for the expense management of research grants and contracts for the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) awards portfolio. This position serves as a resource to SCCC members in the financial administration of sponsored research awards. Essential duties include expense and account monitoring, financial reporting, financial closeout, and other post-award financial analysis and support for sponsored awards.

Monitor, review, and reconcile award budgets, balances, and expenses. Expenses must be allowable, allocable, and reasonable in accordance with grant terms and conditions, the budget limits, and period of performance.

Conduct periodic reviews for assigned sponsored awards (portfolio reviews), including monitoring spending trends, transaction review/approval, resolving small balances on awards, tracking cost-sharing commitments, and monitoring of subrecipient expenditures.

Review, approve, and perform salary redistributions and journal entries as needed to ensure proper expenditure accounting.

Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies or errors found within research accounts. Resolution will require coordination with the applicable faculty members, ORA staff members, and other departments.

Recognize gaps and suggest ways to improve effective business practices, standing operating procedures as it relates to award financial monitoring.

Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Serve as subject expert on the financial monitoring of awards and provide training to research personnel.

Prior experience analyzing data and formulating conclusions.

Ensure provision of excellent customer service to SCCC members and peers.

Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities, as determined by the Post-Award Manager.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University’s core values.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A8

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