Post-Award Compliance Specialist

Post-Award Compliance Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

Position Information

Position Title: Post-Award Compliance Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services
Department: Sponsored Projects Services
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Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Sponsored Projects Services SPS ) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a Post-Award Compliance Specialist ( PACS ) . The PACS supports the accurate and compliant financial management of sponsored research awards.

The PACS reviews financial and personnel transactions, ensuring expenses are allowable under sponsor requirements, award terms and conditions, and university policies. This position works closely with research administration colleagues, serving as a resource and providing guidance to award managers and transaction processors.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and approve sponsored project-related personnel and financial transactions for accuracy, allowability, and allocability under award terms, sponsor guidelines, and university policies.
• Provide guidance and serve as a resource to award managers and transaction processors on allowable research charges, helping them to be proactive with the PIs' needs and minimize issues.
• Maintain accurate transaction records and necessary documentation for audit purposes.
• Collaborate with award managers and stakeholders to ensure all financial obligations are met prior to award closeout.
• Stay informed of changes in sponsor guidelines and university policies, communicating relevant updates to award managers and stakeholders.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline transaction review and approval processes, enhancing efficiency and compliance.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, finance, public administration, plus 2 years' technical or administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying sponsor guidelines, award terms and conditions, and/or institutional policies

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$63,000 - $68,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns: She/her/hers
Contact's Title: HR Specialist
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Posting Dates

Posted: 10/07/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:

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