Assistant Director of Financial Operations

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $122K - $187K 💻 Finance 🗓️ July 3rd, 2026

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Rutgers University is hiring an Assistant Director of Financial Operations for the Finance Office at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. This role directs the RWJMS Research Support Team, manages sponsored research administration for grants and contracts, assists with budgeting and financial reporting, and ensures compliance with financial policies aligned with regulatory requirements.

Highlights

Manage the RWJMS Research Support Team of 10-15 members, including Senior Grants Administrators, Grants Administrators, and Financial Analysts.
Oversee grants and contracts administration for Clinical Departments, Research Institutes, and Dean’s Offices.
Collaborate with the Director of Financial Operations and central Rutgers offices for budget and finance services.
Coordinate and review annual grants/research budgets for accuracy and policy adherence.
Develop monthly consolidated and departmental financial statements for RWJMS.
Assist with interpreting and implementing Rutgers and RBHS financial policies.
Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related field required.
Minimum of five years progressive financial managerial experience, preferably in academia.
Strong knowledge of financial and administrative systems including financial information systems, purchasing, payroll, and human resources.
Salary range: $122,434 to $187,324 annually, with competitive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and educational benefits.