Financial Analyst

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Office of Sponsored Programs ( OSP) partners with the research community to support and advance the University's research mission by providing leadership and expertise in research administration. OSP facilitates and manages all aspects of sponsored research administration for over $1B in sponsored awards each year while developing and maintaining strong relationships with campus partners and external sponsors. OSP is responsible for the following primary functions: (1) proposal review and submission, (2) award negotiation, (3) award management, (4) financial reporting and cash management, (5) F&A rate development, negotiation, and review, (6) cost analysis and research service center (recharge) rate development, (7) monitoring and oversight of time and effort reporting, (8) oversight of regulatory compliance, (9) training and development for research administration personnel, and (10) Project closeout and final reporting requirements. OSP provides complete sponsored project life cycle support (sometimes known as pre-award and post-award services) to faculty and staff.

There are four functional areas of responsibility within the Office of Sponsored Programs, which have the following types of positions: (1) program administration; (2) accounting, financial reporting, and cash management; (3) data management reporting and analysis; and (4) financial compliance, effort reporting, cost studies, and cost accounting standards ( CAS).

OSP serves as the official institutional signatory for the Chancellor and is responsible for reviewing and authorizing proposal submissions, as well as negotiating and administering awards on behalf of the University. These activities include monitoring institutional compliance for research and training activities, pre-award services, billing and financial reporting, cash management, cost analysis and compliance of research-related activities, verification of technical report and patent & invention report submissions by principal investigators (PIs), award closeout, and the implementation of information technology into research administration activities. OSP's centralized administrative functions facilitate the development and implementation of standardized policies & procedures across the University. They also provide training opportunities to improve University-wide efficiencies and communication to increase the quality of research administration.

This position is a 100% remote work arrangement, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Under the supervision of the Director for Research Core Development, the Financial Analyst will provide support to the Office of Sponsored Programs Research Core Development Team. This support will include administration, maintenance, and enhancement of iLab billing software; outreach to core facilities; gathering and analysis of financial data for UNC core facilities; compilation of equipment and maintenance agreement data; and creation and enhancement of financial reporting tools.

This position will provide consultation, technical assistance, and other general support to core facilities utilizing the iLab platform. Support will be provided to core facilities through a partnership with the iLab vendor, Agilent, and applicable stakeholders across campus. This position will work with core facilities and applicable stakeholders to identify and implement improvements to the iLab platform. This position will also develop, coordinate, and lead campus training and information events related to the iLab platform.

This position will gather and examine data related to the financial performance of core facilities to assess areas of needed support and improvement across the UNC core facility infrastructure. This data will contain information pertaining to the expenses, revenue, and subsidies recorded in UNC's financial accounting systems.

This position will compile information related to equipment and assets held by core facilities to maintain central asset information as well as streamline purchases of equipment maintenance contracts. This position will assist in maintaining a central asset repository to improve marketing efforts, help core facilities make informed purchasing and replacement decisions, and manage the purchase and renewal of maintenance contracts.

This position will assist with identifying opportunities for greater efficiency in core management, increasing and improving marketing of core facility capacity and services, and partnering with key stakeholders to support and grow core facilities. This includes developing and coordinating training opportunities in subject areas related to core facility administration.

Mid- to late-career with Masters and 2- 4 yrs experience; Bachelors and 3-5 yrs experience

The selected candidate must demonstrate the following:
* Knowledge of financial systems and sub-systems (payroll, accounts payable, etc.)
* Sound knowledge of accounting principles
* Advanced computer skills and demonstrated use of Microsoft Excel functions and Word
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to analyze financial data from accounting systems

* Experience with accounting systems in a University setting, including, but not limited to, the iLab platform
* Familiarity with procurement and purchasing activities in a University setting
* Experience with research core facility administration, including purchasing, financial activity, and billing/Accounts Receivable

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday | 8:00 - 5:00pm

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.