University of Kentucky
Grants Financial Analyst Principal
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $52K - $86K
💻 Finance
🗓️ August 13th, 2025
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University of Kentucky is hiring a Grants Financial Analyst Principal. The role involves reviewing cost transfers, service center billings, and journal entries to ensure compliance with university accounting procedures, supporting audits, reconciling financial data, and monitoring financial subawards for sponsored research projects. The position requires strong accounting proficiency, independent work capability, and commitment to policy adherence.
Highlights
- Review detailed financial records related to sponsored projects including cost transfers, billings, and journal entries.
- Perform high volume reconciliations of expenditures and payments and monitor financial subawards.
- Coordinate and support external audits and reviews of sponsored projects.
- Use software such as SAP, Excel, Tableau, and Crystal Reporting for financial reporting and analysis.
- Salary range: $52,021–85,800 per year.
- Requires a BA degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred background includes accounting, audit, financial analysis, grants management, and CPA certification is a plus.
- Collaborate with multiple departments and external auditors to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
- Opportunity for skill enhancement, mentorship, career advancement, and involvement in special projects.
- Work schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with additional hours as needed.
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Posting Details
Job Title | Grants Financial Analyst Principal
Requisition Number | RE51225
Working Title | Grants Financial Compliance Specialist
Department Name | 3A600:Research Financial Services
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 46
Salary Range | $52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | The essential job functions of this position require you to sit for extended periods of time; attend meetings in various building across campus; maintain high levels of concentration and mental attention; communicate effectively through verbal mediums; work extensively on computers; limited lifting of objects.
Shift | Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. As an exempt position,
additional time as needed to accomplish work goals within deadlines.
Job Summary | About Research Financial Services:
Research Financial Services is a vital component of the university’s research mission, overseeing the financial reporting and compliance requirements of all externally sponsored projects, including grants and contracts. Our primary objective is to facilitate the effective management of sponsored funds in compliance with relevant guidelines, thereby supporting the continuation of innovative research.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team and contribute to the management of a rapidly expanding research portfolio in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for accuracy and compliance, coupled with the ability to work independently and drive progress towards long-term goals. Proficiency in accounting and technical skills is essential for seamless onboarding and process optimization. A commitment to policy and procedure is vital to ensure uniformity in decision-making and actions.
This position involves working with other analysts to complete detailed review of cost transfers, service center billings, and journal entries related to sponsored projects to ensure adherence to University accounting and business procedures. Additionally, the role encompasses a high volume of reconciliations of expenditures and payments, financial subaward monitoring, coordination and support of external audits and reviews of sponsored projects, and participation in special projects as needed. This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule upon completion of orientation period.
Impact on the Organization: Ensuring Financial Accuracy: By meticulously reviewing and reconciling financial data, this role ensures the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting for sponsored projects. Compliance Assurance: Maintaining compliance with university, state, and federal guidelines helps protect the university from audit risks and potential financial penalties. Operational Support: Providing detailed financial analyses and timely resolutions of discrepancies supports the smooth operation of research projects and financial processes. Data Integrity: Ensuring the integrity of financial data through careful monitoring and reporting contributes to the overall transparency and accountability of the university’s financial operations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborating with various departments and external auditors enhances communication and fosters a cooperative environment, ensuring that financial and compliance issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
Opportunities for Growth: Skill Enhancement: Engage in continuous learning through application of the latest federal regulations, financial systems, and compliance best practices. Mentorship Opportunities: Receive guidance from experienced professionals and provide support to newer team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Career Advancement: Exposure to high-level financial and compliance operations can pave the way for career advancement within the university. Networking: Collaborating with various departments and external auditors provides a platform to build a strong professional network. Innovation and Creativity: Leading special projects and process improvement initiatives encourages innovative thinking and creative problem-solving.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | SAP, Excel, Tableau, Crystal Reporting, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Written and Verbal Communication, Organization, Time Management, Accuracy, Technical Skills; Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Independence, Self Direction, Project Management
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Accounting, audit, and financial education and experience, technical reporting and financial analysis; Interpretation and application of policy; decision-making; grants management; CPA a plus
Deadline to Apply | 08/28/2025
Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number | RE51225
Working Title | Grants Financial Compliance Specialist
Department Name | 3A600:Research Financial Services
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 46
Salary Range | $52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | The essential job functions of this position require you to sit for extended periods of time; attend meetings in various building across campus; maintain high levels of concentration and mental attention; communicate effectively through verbal mediums; work extensively on computers; limited lifting of objects.
Shift | Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. As an exempt position,
additional time as needed to accomplish work goals within deadlines.
Job Summary | About Research Financial Services:
Research Financial Services is a vital component of the university’s research mission, overseeing the financial reporting and compliance requirements of all externally sponsored projects, including grants and contracts. Our primary objective is to facilitate the effective management of sponsored funds in compliance with relevant guidelines, thereby supporting the continuation of innovative research.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team and contribute to the management of a rapidly expanding research portfolio in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for accuracy and compliance, coupled with the ability to work independently and drive progress towards long-term goals. Proficiency in accounting and technical skills is essential for seamless onboarding and process optimization. A commitment to policy and procedure is vital to ensure uniformity in decision-making and actions.
This position involves working with other analysts to complete detailed review of cost transfers, service center billings, and journal entries related to sponsored projects to ensure adherence to University accounting and business procedures. Additionally, the role encompasses a high volume of reconciliations of expenditures and payments, financial subaward monitoring, coordination and support of external audits and reviews of sponsored projects, and participation in special projects as needed. This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule upon completion of orientation period.
Impact on the Organization: Ensuring Financial Accuracy: By meticulously reviewing and reconciling financial data, this role ensures the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting for sponsored projects. Compliance Assurance: Maintaining compliance with university, state, and federal guidelines helps protect the university from audit risks and potential financial penalties. Operational Support: Providing detailed financial analyses and timely resolutions of discrepancies supports the smooth operation of research projects and financial processes. Data Integrity: Ensuring the integrity of financial data through careful monitoring and reporting contributes to the overall transparency and accountability of the university’s financial operations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborating with various departments and external auditors enhances communication and fosters a cooperative environment, ensuring that financial and compliance issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
Opportunities for Growth: Skill Enhancement: Engage in continuous learning through application of the latest federal regulations, financial systems, and compliance best practices. Mentorship Opportunities: Receive guidance from experienced professionals and provide support to newer team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Career Advancement: Exposure to high-level financial and compliance operations can pave the way for career advancement within the university. Networking: Collaborating with various departments and external auditors provides a platform to build a strong professional network. Innovation and Creativity: Leading special projects and process improvement initiatives encourages innovative thinking and creative problem-solving.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | SAP, Excel, Tableau, Crystal Reporting, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Written and Verbal Communication, Organization, Time Management, Accuracy, Technical Skills; Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Independence, Self Direction, Project Management
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Accounting, audit, and financial education and experience, technical reporting and financial analysis; Interpretation and application of policy; decision-making; grants management; CPA a plus
Deadline to Apply | 08/28/2025
Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Briefly describe your experience regarding audits and other compliance areas.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe how you effectively provide guidance and share information to help someone solve a problem while maintaining boundaries to ensure they take ownership of their learning process. Please provide examples.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your level of proficiency utilizing various software packages and reporting tools to complete data analysis, generate reports, and/ or investigate areas of concern.
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Expert
- * Which of the following best describes your experience with juggling competing priorities, monitoring progress and successfully meeting deadlines?
- I manage competing priorities in my daily tasks
- I manage daily tasks as well as the occasional special project
- I manage daily tasks, special projects and occasional long term projects
- I routinely manage daily tasks, special projects and various long term projects
- Other
- * Please describe how this position will help to advance your educational and career goals.
(Open Ended Question)
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