Research Finance Coordinator

University of Colorado

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy Program are home to more than 400 faculty (volunteer or paid), staff and students. The Finance Coordinator is responsible for managing the research financial functions of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) with coordination, administration, and management of research grants and contracts, as well as applicable finance and procurement policies and procedures. The Finance Coordinator is responsible for creating and maintaining all Department dashboards that track research and operational metrics. The University of Colorado Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation offers an exceptional learning and working environment. Our team of clinicians, researchers, educators, and administrative staff are dedicated to the advancement of physical medicine and rehabilitation and are committed to providing quality patient care. Our department is equipped with the latest technology and specialized equipment, enabling us to provide comprehensive care to our patients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
One (1) year of post award or related experience
Flexibility, e.g., ability to work with shifting priorities and deadlines, pressure, ability to work independently, and as a team member with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations.
Demonstrated progressive responsibility in research administration, forecasting, financial management, and budgeting.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve department sponsored project objectives.
Very high levels of accountability and accuracy on all areas of performance.
Competent reading and analyzing finance reports.
Ability and skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with department leadership, faculty, and staff.
Must be able to function professionally and maintain extremely high levels of confidentiality relating to pay and other personnel issues.
Strong prioritization, planning, and organization skills
Interpersonal skills with ability to provide excellent customer service, while ensuring fiscal compliance and rules adherence.
Must be able to work independently, be flexible and be able to maintain positive working relationships
Proficiency with various computer systems and software programs, including MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher).
Ability and skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department faculty, staff, and University personnel across a complex, wide and diverse environment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or health related field
Experience with in a large, complex public institution, higher education, healthcare or health sciences center environment
Experience with any variety of additional computer programs relevant to finance, budgeting, patient accounting or business areas (Peoplesoft, Cognos, CU Data, A2E)
Experience with forensic accounting and detailed analysis of financial reporting to identify errors, issues or other discrepancies.

Responsibilities

Work with internal and external stakeholders to meet milestone and to ensure timely submission of progress reports and fiscal reports per sponsor guidelines serving as a fiscal manager and/or staff subject matter expert, and OGC liaison on sponsored research projects for compliant and timely sponsored financial operations and reconciliation efforts, including contracting, consulting, procurement, and billing.
Assist with and oversee the day to day operations of post award grants management for the department.
Compile, review, and prepare financial information to assess whether revenues and expenses are on target to meet budget forecasts for the department with a primary focus on research finances, funding allocations, and budget variances.
Service as fiscal staff and coordinate procurement-related activities and policies including purchase orders, payment vouchers, procurement card reconciliation, Concur travel reimbursement.
Request, manage, and close-out gift card programs for research studies. Issues gift cards to participants as needed.
Manage the overall funding and associated changes for research-related personnel within the Department such as payroll expense transfers, funding distributions, ePERs management, and VA MOUs. Identify any potential funding gaps and communicate solutions to avoid departmental hardship.
Independently manage the day to day operations of post award grants management for the department.
Create and maintain financial databases to assess whether revenue and expenses are on target to meet budget forecasts for the department with a primary focus on research finances, funding allocations, and budget variances.