Financial Assistant 4, Post Award

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Overview
This position is under the direction of the Associate Director of Research and Post Award Grant Manager for the Integrated Business Office (IBO), supporting surgical specialty departments at the Yale School of Medicine with a focus on the Departments of Emergency Medicine, and Ophthalmology. Serving as a key source of financial information, provide comprehensive financial operations support by interacting with faculty and staff from various university financial and administrative departments, and outside vendors on a wide range of issues. Monitor, control and maintain financial activity of accounts in assigned sections. Ensure that expenditures are appropriate and charged to correct accounts. Interpret and adhere to University and Sponsored financial policies and guidelines, as needed. Perform other related duties as required.

Required Skills and Abilities
1. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret policies, procedures and guidelines, and to disseminate information derived from these sources. Demonstrated proficiency with financial processes including reconciliations, and an understanding of general ledger, journal entries, and cost transfers.
2. Demonstrated ability to effectively use computer support and reporting systems with intermediate to advanced proficiency with Excel. Demonstrated ability using formulas, converting information into charts and graphs, and manipulating data and running reports.
3. Proven interpersonal skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and ability to multi-task on a regular basis. Ability to maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor.
4. Demonstrated ability to work under demanding time constraints with accuracy and efficiency. Demonstrated attention to detail.
5. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliability as attested by references.

Preferred Skills and Abilities
1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. Experience with Workday applications.

2. Familiarity with Yale polices and guidelines.

3. Experience with sponsored research.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Drafts preliminary financial sections of proposals. 2. Reviews all proposals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance to grantor and University requirements and regulations. 3. Monitors, controls, and maintains financial activity of accounts. Ensures expenditures are posted to proper accounts. Identifies, researches, and corrects questionable expenditures. 4. Serves as the principal source of information on financial policies and procedures and financial activity. 5. Reconciles and analyzes financial statements. Prepares standardized and specialized financial reports and analyses. 6. Oversees and instructs support staff. 7. Oversees the maintenance of financial records and files. 8. Assists with the development and implementation of systems and procedures. 9. May calculate weekly payroll for department staff. 10. Performs clerical functions incidental to accounting activities. Required Education and Experience Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Job Posting Date

09/30/2026

Job Category

Administrative Support

Bargaining Unit

L34

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade D

Compensation Grade Profile

Hourly Range

$31.83

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

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