Research Finance Team Lead
Overview
Lead a team managing post-award activities for Harvard University research projects. Oversee compliance reporting and financial operations at scale. Drive improvements in financial processes and support stakeholders across departments.
What You'll Do11
- 1Supervise staff and manage post-award activities for federal and non-federal sponsored research projects
- 2Review sponsored expenditures for compliance with award terms and generate financial reports
- 3Interpret complex award terms and set up financial deliverables in line with Harvard policies
- 4Create internal guidelines to ensure regulatory compliance and identify process improvements
- 5Analyze research portfolio performance and trends to inform strategic decisions
- 6Support Portfolio Manager with school-level relationship management and issue resolution
- 7Act as first point of contact for complex compliance questions from financial analysts
- 8Educate departments on policies and best practices through training initiatives
- 9Mentor staff in critical thinking and independent problem-solving
- 10Collaborate with cross-unit teams to maintain business continuity and operational efficiency
- 11Represent Research Finance on university-wide committees and IT projects
Requirements10
- 1Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience
- 2Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations such as Uniform Guidance and FAR
- 3Proficiency in Excel with strong arithmetic formula skills
- 4Extensive knowledge of governmental regulations and restricted fund environments
- 5Experience with financial modeling and cash management systems
- 6Ability to interpret complex award terms and resolve compliance issues
- 7Strong communication and diplomatic problem-solving abilities
- 8Experience with sponsored research administration and finance
- 9Familiarity with federal uniform guidance and sponsor-specific compliance requirements
- 10Experience with financial analysis and reporting for research portfolios
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