Temporary Post-Award Finance Specialist (Part-Time)

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage financial activity across assigned grant and contract accounts
• Review expenditures for allowability, allocability, and compliance with sponsor (e.g., federal, state, foundation) and institutional policies
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with financial reporting, invoicing, and grant closeout processes
• Support budget tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis for active awards
• Prepare documentation for audits and ensure readiness for internal or external review
• Collaborate with faculty, principal investigators (PIs), and program staff to support financial decision-making
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public health administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with post-award grant management, research administration, or public sector finance strongly preferred
• Familiarity with federal grant regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance) and/or public health funding requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Excel and financial management systems
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Position Details
• This is a 2 month part time position offering up to 19 hours per week.
• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY
• This position is not benefits eligible
• The anticipated pay rate is $30/ hr
• University Job Title:
• Temporary Finance Professional - SP
• Job Family:
• Temporary Finance/Budget/Planning
• Level:
• No Grade - Hourly
• Pay Rate Type:
• Hourly
• Pay Range:
• Refer to Posting Language
• Remote Option Availability:
• Onsite
• Company:
• Contact Name:
• Gabriel Gonzalez
• Contact Email:
• gag95@cornell.edu
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Benefits

Additional Information

The Department of Public and Ecosystem Health is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Post-Award Finance Specialist to provide short-term support for sponsored project financial management . This position plays a critical role in ensuring responsible stewardship of grant funding that supports public health, environmental, and ecosystem initiatives. The ideal candidate brings experience in post-award administration, strong analytical skills, and an understanding of compliance requirements associated with public and research funding.

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