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Northwestern University · 2 days ago

Director Post-Award Financial Reporting (Hybrid)

positionEvanston, IL
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$98K/yr - $120K/yr
date10+ years exp

Northwestern University is seeking a Director of Post-Award Financial Reporting to manage the operations of the Office of Accounting Services for Research and Sponsored Programs. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring compliance with financial reporting guidelines, and managing audits related to sponsored projects.

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Responsibilities

Supervising, evaluating and mentoring staff; training new staff in granting agency policies, processes and procedures; assisting with the monitoring of performance measurements for the office
Reviewing and approving financial reports and invoices for compliance with granting agency guidelines
Assisting with the management of audits performed by granting agencies; facilitating the audit process by providing records and information; assisting internal auditors during review of accounts; acting as liaison between academic departments and auditors
Responding to inquiries from principal investigators, business administrators, and granting agency representatives on a timely basis
Representing ASRSP at internal and external meetings and committees
Coordinating the development of new processes and procedures improving timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting
Managing the activities of the office in the absence of the Director
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Federal regulations knowledgeSponsored project administrationFinancial audits experienceGrants.gov proficiencyExport control regulationsPolicy writing abilitySupervisory skillsComputer skillsM.B.A.CRA certification

Required

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in accounting or related field
A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience in the administration of sponsored research (post award preferred)
Demonstrated expert level of knowledge of: Federal regulations related to research administration, including OMB A-21, A-110, A-133 or the Uniform Guidance, Other major federal funding agency guidelines, Major sponsor electronic systems such as Grants.gov, Financial and/or Sponsored audits, Export control regulations and policies, Ability to write policy and procedure documents
Supervisory skills; knowledge of sponsored project administration
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software

Preferred

M.B.A. or Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and 10 years related experience in sponsored projects administration

Benefits

Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home
Variety of tools and resources for developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education

Company

Northwestern University

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Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
dateFounded in 1851
location
Evanston, Illinois, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.northwestern.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (325)
2024 (308)
2023 (280)
2022 (282)
2021 (184)
2020 (155)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$98.02M
Key Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M

Leadership Team

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Diego Klabjan
Professor
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Henry Bienen
Interim President

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