Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I,II,III

Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I,II,IIIEach applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:Tuskegee University employment applicationCover LetterResume/CVRecommendation lettersCopies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire Position DetailsTo create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.Position InformationPosition Title - Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I,II,IIIJob Summary - Provides financial management, analysis, compliance monitoring, and reporting for research and extension sponsored programs within CAENS. Ensures sound fiscal stewardship, audit readiness, and compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.Essential Job Duties - Ensure faculty, staff, and students understand fiscal policies, procedures, and grant requirements. Oversee and support fiscal operations, including budgets, revenue accounts, and personnel-related financial matters. Maintain an internal chart of accounts for all Land-Grant and sponsored projects to monitor balances, spending, and project end dates. Prepare financial status and projection reports for Deans, administrators, and Project Directors. Monitor spending rates and project end dates and proactively notify leadership to prevent over-expenditures and unnecessary no-cost extensions. Review and audit financial transactions (requisitions, purchase orders, vouchers, check requests, and related documents) for allowability, documentation, funding availability, accuracy, and grant period compliance. Ensure compliance with university policies, sponsor regulations, and federal and non-federal grant requirements (including USDA funded projects). Assist and advise faculty and administrators on budget development, revisions, and fiscal planning. Advise leadership and faculty on proposal budget development, including salary allocations, fringe benefits, and indirect costs. Complete and manage proposal routing and submission records with the Office of Sponsored Programs. Maintain time and effort reporting systems and FTE allocations for faculty and staff paid from grants. Maintain a comprehensive Audit Readiness System, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, procurement compliance, and allowable costs. Maintain accurate financial records for facilities projects and subcontracts. Manage student financial support documentation, including scholarships, stipends, and work-study. Coordinate with Budget, Finance, Purchasing, Financial Aid, and Sponsored Programs offices. Attend training, workshops, and meetings to remain current on fiscal and regulatory changes. Maintain confidentiality of financial and personnel-related information.Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training) - Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. 0-3 years of experience in finance, budgeting, grants, or accounting. Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs II: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in grants management, budgeting, financial analysis, or higher education finance. Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs III: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's degree preferable). 5+ years of experience in grants management, financial compliance, budgeting, or higher education financial administration. Demonstrated experience with federal grants and compliance (i.e., USDA, NSF, etc.)Skills and Attributes - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems. Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and sponsor regulations. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. Ability to work collaboratively across departmentsPosting Detail InformationPosting NumberWill this position require travel? - YesWill this position require night, weekend, and after hour work? - YesWill this position be supported using grants or contract funding? - YesNumber of Vacancies - 2Desired Start DatePosition End Date (if temporary)Open Date - 04/10/2026Close Date - 07/31/2026Open Until Filled - NoSpecial Instructions Summary - Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents: Tuskegee University employment application Cover Letter Resume/CV Recommendation letters Copies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hireDocuments Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsResumeTranscript 1Letter of Recommendation 1Letter of Recommendation 2Letter of Recommendation 3Optional DocumentsCover LetterCurriculum VitaeOtherTranscript 2 Project Genesis