Manager, Sponsored Programs

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a full time Manager, Sponsored Programs to work in Miami, FL.

Position will play a vital role supporting the fiscal operations of the School Health Initiative and Pediatric Mobile Clinics.  Incumbent will be expected to manage funds from multiple funding sources, including a significant funding stream from the Children’s Trust.  Must have good attention to detail and be able to manage multiple priorities will maintaining accuracy.  Ability to complete complex financial reconciliations is essential.

Core responsibilities:

• Reviews all material budget variances with the appropriate senior staff and develops appropriate plans of corrective action.
• Prepares monthly variance reports for programs’ management and development.
• Assists in the preparation of grant reports for senior management.
• Maintains portfolios for private and government grants and funds.
• Develops and maintains grant allocation systems.
• Manages monthly overhead and allocation tables and reallocates grant funds based on period reports.
• Formulates comparative analyses of operating programs by analyzing costs in relation to services performed during previous fiscal years.
• Creates and oversees budget, making recommendations for budget modifications when appropriate. 9. Approves all disbursement requests for accuracy in coding and availability of funds prior to commitment of funds.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Department specific functions:

• Along with PIs, will prepare gift reports for the John T Macdonald Foundation and other extramural funders.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 5 years experience with sponsored funds

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff