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University of Miami · 16 hours ago

Manager, Sponsored Programs (SCCC Post Award-Remote)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The University of Miami is seeking a Full Time Manager for Sponsored Programs within the SCCC department to work remotely. This role involves overseeing administrative and financial aspects of the Sponsored Programs division, aiming to increase sponsored funding levels and improve proposal outputs.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Reviews all material budget variances with the appropriate senior staff and develops appropriate plans of corrective action

Prepares monthly variance reports for programs’ management and development

Assists in the preparation of grant reports for senior management

Maintains portfolios for private and government grants and funds

Develops and maintains grant allocation systems

Manages monthly overhead and allocation tables and reallocates grant funds based on period reports

Formulates comparative analyses of operating programs by analyzing costs in relation to services performed during previous fiscal years

Creates and oversees budget, making recommendations for budget modifications when appropriate

Approves all disbursement requests for accuracy in coding and availability of funds prior to commitment of funds

Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with university policies and procedures

Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on university policy and procedures

Oversees the day-to-day operations of Post-Award team members including review of project expenditures, financial reconciliation, report preparation, financial forecasting, effort certification and award closeout

Utilizes Workday financial systems to manage grant finances, process transactions, and generate reports

Ensures adherence to institutional policies, sponsor guidelines, and regulatory requirements

Serves as a liaison between researchers, administrative staff, and funding agencies, providing guidance and support on financial matters

Supports the development of policies, procedures, and training related to center’s oversight of project expenditures, financial reconciliation, report preparation, financial forecasting, effort certification and award closeout

Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of grant expenditures, budget modifications, and financial reports

Resolves any financial issues or discrepancies related to awarded grants and contracts

Assist in establishing a post-award training curriculum building content to support Sylvester’s research portfolio

Establish goals and monitor performance objectives for optimal service delivery and efficient operations. Leads identification and development of high-performing staff

Demonstrated knowledge of Federal regulations related to research administration, including OMB Uniform Guidance, Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR)

Identify, envision, and champion process improvements including system-based opportunities to best support Sylvester’s research portfolio

Forges connections with colleagues across the university to manage the center’s research portfolio effectively and efficiently

Work as a liaison between faculty and central/compliance offices

Provide guidance on allowable and unallowable expenditures at the post-award expenditure stage

Serve as the knowledge expert on the Workday Financials

Review and approve requisitions, expense reports and purchase orders for assigned sponsored projects within Workday

Meet regularly with faculty and be responsive to communication and requests with faculty

Maintain access to all UMIAMI systems such as: IBIS Research and Workday

Complete mandatory ORA Research Administration onboarding and training to maintain access

Qualification

Federal grant experienceWorkday financial systemResearch administrationBudget managementFinancial reportingAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience

Demonstrates leadership abilities and skills shown by successfully leading teams/groups in projects, work assignments, etc

Proficient knowledge of Excel and MS Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Power BI)

High level of interpersonal skills is required

Excellent English oral and written communication skills

Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions

Ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contracts management

Ability to communicate both verbal and in writing with all levels of the organization

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously

Ability to create verbal and written reports

Knowledge of sponsored (federal, state, or industry) rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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2022 (121)

2021 (95)

2020 (114)