Fiscal and Business Analyst

The Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) has active research programs in basic, translational, and clinical sciences. The MCOM Office of Research supports faculty and students with their research endeavors by providing research administrative support. This office reports to the Vice Dean of Research and is part of the MCOM Dean's Office.

The Office of Research has assumed all research administration for USF Health. As part of this centralization, this position provides fiscal and budget analysis and support to the administration of USF Health and College of Medicine Office of Research.

Works with various department chairs and principal investigators in the area of fiscal management and the associated compliance as it relates to Federal, State and private awards. Tracks project setup and monitors projects from start to finish.

Complete analysis on several initiatives related to compliance that include, but are not limited to; tracking gift card transactions on grants, review CAS exceptions on grants, review grants for any overspent budgets, track effort on grant to what was proposed, and review split pcard charges on multiple grant distributions. Completes and submits appropriate documentation for budget transfers, travel reports, payroll and nonpayroll expenditure transfers, pay distributions or cash receipt corrections. Monitors cash and expenditures on the auxiliary accounts.

Perform analytical analysis of departmental financial statements including review of budget to actuals variances on all funding sources including auxiliary, general revenue, grants, concession, agency, convenience, USF Research Foundation and USF Foundation funds.

Assists Departments managed by MCOM Office of Research with yearly all source budget. Balances the budget(s) by performing a detailed review and analysis of the actual vs. budget for numerous accounts, including state accounts, grants and clinical trials. Advises management/faculty/PIs of potential areas of over/under allocation, and when any budget transfers need to take place.

Reconciles all accounts such as E&G, grant, USF Foundation, Research Foundation, Rebate Accounts, Auxiliary accounts, carry-forward, etc. and resolves any discrepancies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or other field directly related to the position's specific responsibilities and 0-2 years of fiscal related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

University experience, knowledge of grants. Familiar with Oracle and PeopleSoft. Proficient with Excel.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.