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Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I,II,III

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Position Title
Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs I,II,III

Status

Job Summary
Provides financial management, analysis, compliance monitoring, and reporting for research and extension sponsored programs within CAENS. Ensures sound fiscal stewardship, audit readiness, and compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.

Essential Job Duties
  • Ensure faculty, staff, and students understand fiscal policies, procedures, and grant requirements.
  • Oversee and support fiscal operations, including budgets, revenue accounts, and personnel-related financial matters.
  • Maintain an internal chart of accounts for all Land-Grant and sponsored projects to monitor balances, spending, and project end dates.
  • Prepare financial status and projection reports for Deans, administrators, and Project Directors.
  • Monitor spending rates and project end dates and proactively notify leadership to prevent over-expenditures and unnecessary no-cost extensions.
  • Review and audit financial transactions (requisitions, purchase orders, vouchers, check requests, and related documents) for allowability, documentation, funding availability, accuracy, and grant period compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with university policies, sponsor regulations, and federal and non-federal grant requirements (including USDA funded projects).
  • Assist and advise faculty and administrators on budget development, revisions, and fiscal planning.
  • Advise leadership and faculty on proposal budget development, including salary allocations, fringe benefits, and indirect costs.
  • Complete and manage proposal routing and submission records with the Office of Sponsored Programs.
  • Maintain time and effort reporting systems and FTE allocations for faculty and staff paid from grants.
  • Maintain a comprehensive Audit Readiness System, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, procurement compliance, and allowable costs.
  • Maintain accurate financial records for facilities projects and subcontracts.
  • Manage student financial support documentation, including scholarships, stipends, and work-study.
  • Coordinate with Budget, Finance, Purchasing, Financial Aid, and Sponsored Programs offices.
  • Attend training, workshops, and meetings to remain current on fiscal and regulatory changes.
  • Maintain confidentiality of financial and personnel-related information.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs l:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  • 0-3 years of experience in finance, budgeting, grants, or accounting.
Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs Il:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in grants management, budgeting, financial analysis, or higher education finance.
Financial Analyst for Land-Grant Programs Ill:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s degree preferable)
  • 5+ years of experience in grants management, financial compliance, budgeting, or higher education financial administration.
  • Demonstrated experience with federal grants and compliance (i.e., USDA, NSF, etc.)


Physical Demands

Skills and Attributes
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems .
  • Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and sponsor regulations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

Will this position required travel?
yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
yes

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
yes

Number of Vacancies
2

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
04/10/2026

Close Date
07/31/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
  • Tuskegee University employment application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Recommendation letters
  • Copies of unofficial transcripts.
  • Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire


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