Financial Analyst
Core
Manage billing and collections for sponsored research projects at the University of Chicago, ensuring compliance with federal and sponsor terms.
Role type
Financial Analyst (Sponsored Research Administration)
Builds
Billing statements, payment reconciliations, and financial reports for federal and non-federal sponsors.
Domain
Higher Education / Research Administration / Financial Operations
Required skills
Federal grant billing, GAAP, Uniform Guidance, Oracle, Business Objects, Excel (advanced), data reconciliation, invoicing, financial reporting
Preferred skills
Sponsored research administration experience, academic environment experience, AURA system proficiency, FAS/ACCTS/PETS systems
Technologies
Oracle, Business Objects, AURA, Research.gov, Grants.gov, Microsoft Excel, Huron Research Suite
Responsibilities
Issue bills to non-Federal sponsors and identify funds from Federal sponsors; Reconcile university and federal systems for expenditures and income; Analyze key reports for data integrity and diagnose errors; Collaborate with Credit Union, Treasury, and Bursar's Office for cash application; Draft income and balance sheet statements; Resolve invoicing problems and issues.
Seniority
Mid-level, independent contributor