Senior Financial Analyst

Overview

This role involves overseeing sponsored program financial management for a complex, system-wide research portfolio. The Senior Research Financial Analyst will drive financial accuracy, strengthen compliance, and lead process improvements across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee critical aspects of sponsored program financial management, including complex reporting, audit readiness, compliance oversight, and system optimization.
• Serve as a trusted partner to Finance, Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA), and research leadership; mentor junior analysts and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead the preparation and review of complex financial reports, reconciliations, and analyses for sponsored programs.
• Oversee financial activity management for BMC and PVLSI, including coordination of year-end audit documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and sponsor regulations by proactively monitoring and applying updates to workflows.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Lawson Grants Management, maintaining system integrity, troubleshooting issues, and driving enhancements.
• Manage invoicing, cash draws, and accounts receivable to ensure timely billing and collection.
• Prepare, review, and submit journal entries, budget adjustments, and financial corrections.
• Partner with Accounting, SPA, and internal teams to ensure timely activity setup, maintenance, and closeout.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and training to Research Financial Analysts (I & II).
• Support and lead change management initiatives to improve financial operations and consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field, required.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in research finance, sponsored programs, or grants administration, required.
• Strong experience with Lawson financial systems and Grants Management modules.
• Experience supporting audit preparation and compliance reviews.
• Familiarity with federal and state grant regulations, Uniform Guidance, and audit requirements.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, including the ability to mentor and guide staff.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in sponsored program accounting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Capacity to analyze trends, identify risks, and recommend solutions to support organizational goals.
• Ability to champion process improvements and adapt to evolving regulatory and operational requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Diversity and inclusivity in the workplace commitment.

Location

• Not specified in the provided job description.