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Overview
This position will be responsible for the financial management and stewardship of a portfolio of grants and contracts for sponsored research and other departmental accounts with a focus on Emergency Medicine portfolios. Provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts. Lead quality assurance initiative while supporting the development of resources for training and best practices. Responsible for financial and budgetary management of a primary portfolio as well as support for secondary portfolios comprised of multiple departments, federal and non-federal sponsors. Conducts complex modeling for a PI's portfolio of accounts to develop long and short-term resource plans. Creates and updates financial plan(s). Adjusts reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor requirements. Cultivates working partnerships and communications with faculty, PIs, OSP and department administrators. Mitigates risks with sponsor noncompliance. This position works under the general direction of the Research Finance Manager. Additional support may be provided by the Associate Director of Research Administration for the Specialty Services Integrated Business Operation. This position is an integral part of the integrated business office team, performing primarily post-award functions in a very complex research/clinical department. Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities
1. Well-developed analytic, organizational and communication skills, combined with the ability to be flexible and multitask. High attention to detail and prioritization of tasks.
2. A strategic thinker. Proven ability to problem-solve, ability to explain data accurately, and resolve complex issues with sound judgement.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and effectively with a wide range of individuals. Is self-motivated and maintains a positive attitude.
4. Strong computer skills, advanced knowledge of Excel, database query tools, and reporting.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
1. Experience with Yale Workday financial applications, Yale Budget Tool, IRES PD, PowerBI. Knowledge of federal regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, NSF's PAPPG, NIH GPS).
2. Previous sponsored award/research administration experience in an academic setting.
3. Knowledge of Yale University policies and procedures governing sponsored project management.
4. Project management trai