Research Financial Analyst

at  Vanderbilt University

Position Summary :
This position is responsible for the expenditure review, analysis of financial transactions, sponsor financial reporting, and award closeout for a portfolio of sponsored awards. The Research Financial Analyst works within a sub-team to provide focused support to their assigned departments throughout the lifecycle of their awards.
About the Work Unit :
The Research Finance Team strives for excellence in providing support and oversight in administratively managing sponsored projects, monitoring associated financial compliance requirements in accordance with sponsor regulations and university policies, and providing analytical and cost accounting expertise to the management of Vanderbilt’s research enterprise. Research Finance includes the Research Financial Analysts that provide central oversight for project expenditures, financial reconciliation, financial reporting, and award closeout. The department includes Research Accountants that perform invoicing, cash management, and accounts receivable management and Data and Cost Analysts that perform cost accounting activities and institutional research reporting as well as award setup and effort certification compliance oversight.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting or finance is preferred .Work experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Experience and Skills :

• Skill in intermediate Excel, Word, and PowerPoint applications is necessary .
• Experience with Task Management Software and various Microsoft 365 applications is preferred.
• Time management skills and the ability to work well in a team environment is necessary .
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people, understanding their needs and goals is necessary .
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively, is necessary .
• Experience in higher education with a focus in research compliance and/or financial administration in a research university, academic medical center, or other organization subject to an externally regulated environment is preferred .
• Proven detail-oriented work style in collaboration with effective written and verbal communication skills is necessary .
• Openness to change, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a variety of situations, with individuals or groups is necessary .
• Ability to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue is necessary .
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders is necessary .

Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty!

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

• Working and growing together as a community of communities… we are One Vanderbilt .
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University may require employees to comply with any testing or health and safety measures which the University may require.

• Working and growing together as a community of communities… we are One Vanderbilt .
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position