Yale University · 2 days ago
Financial Analyst 2
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expYale University is committed to contributing to a better tomorrow and is seeking a Financial Analyst 2 to provide expert analytical and financial services to faculty and staff. The role involves managing post-award functions, ensuring compliance, and conducting complex financial modeling for resource planning.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for financial and budgetary management of a designated client portfolio. Provides guidance and oversight for budgeting, financial planning, and financial reporting. Maintains expertise in University budgeting processes and procedures as well as Federal and sponsor specific requirements
Conducts complex strategic modeling that encompasses a Principal Investigators’ complete portfolio of grants to support the design and development of long and short term resource planning. Creates and updates financial plan(s), reflecting strategic direction, programmatic priorities and all other requirements. Adjusts processes, reporting and analysis to accommodate sponsor specific requirements
Cultivates and maintains strong working partnerships and effective communications with all key stakeholders
Mitigates risks associated with sponsor non-compliance by identifying deficiencies in fund management. Develops and implements process and system changes to prevent or eliminate risk. Identifies and addresses internal control issues as they arise. Responsible for development and implementation of sophisticated reporting and analytical practices as well as sound and efficient internal controls to ensure compliance with all University policies and procedures (i.e. effort reporting)
Collaborates across organizational and functional boundaries to maximize the support provided to clients. Acts as a liaison between clients and various central University administrative offices
Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, external and internal policies and procedures governing the administration of grants and contracts. Ensures compliance with regulatory, University and other training mandates
May perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proven ability in problem-solving, data analysis, and resolving complex issues with sound judgment
Demonstrated superior customer service orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage proactively with clients
Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail
Strong computing skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and database query tools
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, business or finance and four years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Experience with Yale Workday and understanding of federal regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, NSF's PAPPG, NIH GPS)
Previous sponsored award/research administration experience in an academic setting
Knowledge of Yale University policies and procedures governing sponsored project management
Project management training and experience, with a strategic approach to managing multiple projects
Familiarity with sponsors such as DOE, DOD, ONR, NASA, and national labs
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (355)
2024 (449)
2023 (214)
2022 (208)
2021 (190)
2020 (155)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.86MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundAlfred P. Sloan FoundationHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-10-23Grant
2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2023-01-01Grant· $1.27M
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Chatas
Senior Vice President for Operations
Jack Callahan
Senior Vice President for Operations
Recent News
2025-12-10
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