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Posted: 10-Apr-26
Location: Buffalo, New York
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Grants Management
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number: 7070133
Finance Manager, Sponsored Projects Services
Position Information
Position Title: Finance Manager, Sponsored Projects Services
Department: Sponsored Projects Services
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61853
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
Sponsored Projects Services (SPS) within the Office of Research, Innovation, and Economics Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is searching for Finance Managers (FM). This role has primary responsibility for collaborating with Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure the smooth financial management and oversight of a diverse funding portfolio. The incumbent will manage sponsored award portfolios for assigned PIs with responsibilities including post-award financial reconciliation, budget planning and projections, and timely processing of all post-award financial activity, including salary changes and appointments.
The FM will be the first point of contact for all the PIs post-award financial needs and will collaborate with post-award colleagues to ensure the efficient processing and reconciliation of financial activities.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Award planning, including initial kick-off meeting for all related parties.
- Formulate financial projections and revise award budgets as necessary.
- Analyze expenses and projected spending to maximize the use of available funds and ensure compliance with sponsor, university and Research Foundation requirements and policies.
- Assist with adhering to the specific reporting guidelines and requirements set by external sponsors, which include expectations for report format and content.
- Create internal financial reports and conduct meetings with faculty members to review their research portfolios effectively.
- Periodically review the effectiveness of the financial reporting process and meeting structure, adjusting as necessary to improve efficiency and communication.
- Serve as the liaison between PIs and various administrative units across UB.
Team Collaboration:
- Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and serve as a resource for other research administration staff.
- Experience fostering a supportive environment, advocating for faculty members, and helping overcome challenges in achieving funding goals.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Relationship Building: Skill in building positive relationships with PIs, faculty members, and administrative colleagues.
- Advocacy: The capacity to advocate for the needs of PIs, foster a conducive atmosphere for realizing funding objectives, and maintain adherence to the intricate regulatory landscape of managing sponsored programs.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a business-related field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong financial analysis and communication skills.
- Ability to interact with diverse constituents and articulate needs in a respectful and professional manner.
- Knowledge and understanding of Excel and other database/electronic reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in research administration or post-award financial management, preferably in a higher education or research setting.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$80,000 - $87,500
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns: she/her/hers
Contact's Title: HR Assistant
Contact's Email: sabrown7@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-4492
Posting Dates
Posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
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The University at Buffalo is a premier, research-intensive public university, and is a New York State flagship university. UB's 30,000 students pursue their academic interests through more than 500 undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs. UB offers 16 Division I intercollegiate sports that compete at the highest level of competition in the NCAA. Founded in 1846, the University at Buffalo is the largest and most comprehensive university in the State University of New York system (SUNY), and is a member of the Association of American Universities, which is composed of America's leading research universities. UB is consistently recognized as one of the world’s most exceptional, most affordable universities.
Visit our website, https://buffalo.edu, to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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