Financial Specialist II

Job Title

Financial Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Sponsored Research Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) is a consortium of research administrators supporting Texas A&M University System members. We provide efficient and superior research administration services to members of The Texas A&M University System in Brazos County, Galveston and Qatar. SRS teams work with stakeholders to provide expertise and assistance with proposal submissions, in negotiation of external contracts, and in project administration throughout the life of the award. To learn more, visit https://vpr.tamu.edu/division-units/sponsored-research-services.

What We Want

Sponsored Research Services is seeking a Financial Specialist II who will be providing assistance to post-award administration by assisting in tasks such as data entry for cost sharing, reconciling of projects for compliance, assisting in the creation of reports as needed by project administrators and other functional areas within SRS; assisting with Texas A&M University System member questions, and providing information to their project administrators; and providing great customer service and critical thinking skills as they are a crucial part of the day-to-day operations of SRS. We seek to hire a candidate who will support our commitment to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences per our Core Values. The preferred candidate will have experience in sponsored research projects management and/or accounting. Experience within the A&M System or other university setting. Experience interpreting and monitoring compliance with federal regulations, including OMB Circulars and Code of Federal Regulations, as they pertain to sponsored research. Progressively responsible budgeting and/or project administration experience. We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working within a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need To Know

Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Other Factors: Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of experience in a specialized financial field such as accounts payable, payroll, student accounts.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading and time management skills.

• Ability to apply problem- solving skills to complex problems, prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Ability to  work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.

• Experience in sponsored research projects management and/or accounting.

• Experience within the A&M System or other university setting.

• Experience interpreting and monitoring compliance with federal regulations, including OMB Circulars and Code of Federal Regulations, as they pertain to sponsored research.

• Progressively responsible budgeting and/or project administration experience.

• Strong mathematical and comprehension skills. Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel and FAMIS, and/or Maestro.

• Ability to cultivate and maintain professional relationships with both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Project Support - Serves as a resource for the post-award administrators to assist in determining solutions to issues associated with sponsored projects. Assists with the coordination of administrative and financial details with researchers, department heads, deans and other university staff with an emphasis on post-award administration of sponsored projects. Works with project administrators to interprets and communicate award documents, sponsor regulations, federal, and state laws/regulations, System policies and member rules for/to researchers and departmental staff. Assists with contacting sponsors for revisions and approvals which may include budget revisions, compliance issues, change of Principal Investigator, time extensions, additional funds requests, etc. Works to document cost sharing requirements and provides oversight on sub-awards and project compliance with research expenditures.

• Financial Review, Approval and Reporting - Assists the project administrator with researching regulations to provide financial and regulatory guidance on non- standard or complex issues to researchers, departments and administrative offices. Provides assistance with financial data, as requested, to researchers, departments, members, sponsors and auditors. Works with project administrator with project closeouts and audits.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.