Grants Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary/Company :
Sparks Group, partnered with a leading academic research institution, seeks a qualified Grants Financial Analyst to support the financial and compliance activities of sponsored and non-sponsored programs, working closely with leadership and faculty. Responsibilities include financial analysis, budget management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. If you're looking for an exciting new opportunity to work with a reputable, mission-driven organization alongside a group of experienced and intellectual professionals, apply now!

Responsibilities :

• Conduct financial analysis and projections related to business and research trends.
• Develop and monitor departmental, discretionary, and sponsored budgets.
• Analyze business activity costs and recommend budget adjustments and cost improvements.
• Manage grant and contract closeouts, funding transfers, and summary documentation.
• Ensure appropriate funding levels and adherence to revenue and expenditure guidelines.
• Prepare financial planning and cost analysis reports.
• Meet with faculty to review and ensure compliance with institutional and agency regulations.
• Perform comprehensive financial analysis to enhance departmental effectiveness and compliance.

Qualifications/Background Profile :

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (required) OR equivalent relevant experience (required).
• Minimum of 1 year of progressive related experience (required) OR experience in finance, accounting, business, grants management, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience with departmental budget and personnel communication.
• Aptitude for quantitative analysis.
• Proficiency in standard business software.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to develop effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

Pay Range: Salary $70,000.00 to $80,000.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.