"Grant Financial Analyst I/II"

Job Summary

The University of Utah is one of the nation's premier R1 research institutions, generating over $700 million annually in research activity that drives innovation, discovery, and economic growth. As Utah's flagship university, the institution is deeply committed to advancing knowledge, fostering discovery, and serving as an engine of economic and societal impact for the state and beyond.

Within this environment, the Office of Research Management & Compliance (RMC) plays a critical role in ensuring research is supported with strong financial stewardship, integrity, and accountability. RMC is undergoing a period of exciting transformation — expanding staff capacity, implementing new service models, modernizing business processes, and streamlining technology solutions.

The Financial Reporting Analyst II will be tasked with ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting, particularly during the close-out of sponsored projects. Must have the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify findings clearly, ensure accuracy in financial documentation and reporting and robust analytical skills. This position will cross collaborate Principal Investigators, department administrators, and the Grants and Contracts team and requires strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

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Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute financial closeout procedures for sponsored projects
• Confirm all expenditures are allowable, allocable, and documented
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, sponsor terms and institutional policies
• Prepare final financial reports, technical reports, invention, and inventory reports
• Reconcile project budgets
• Monitor cost transfers, payroll allocations and award expenditures
• Maintain accurate record of closeout activities and communications
• Identify potential compliance issues

Key skills include:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Customer service mindset
• Commitment to accuracy
• Follow-up and follow through
• Critical thinking
• Inquisitive outlook

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Financial Reporting Analyst, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Financial Reporting Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Strong proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle), and financial reporting software.

Special Instructions

• Requisition Number: PRN44274B
• Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
• Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 and flexible around core hours. Hybrid acceptable.
• Department: 00359 - Grants & Contracts Accounting
• Location: Campus
• Pay Rate Range: $32,904.00 - $63,774.00
• Close Date: 5/12/2026