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About the Role

The Post Award Associate II will primarily support the Weill Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology (WICMB) and other facilities, laboratories, institutes, and research centers. In this role, you will partner with faculty, institute leadership, and finance colleagues to provide expert post-award financial management and analytical support for a diverse portfolio of sponsored and non-sponsored activities. You will help drive sound fiscal stewardship through budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, account monitoring, and compliance oversight, ensuring the effective management of research resources.

Responsibilities

Advise Institute leadership on financial matters, including policy interpretation, data-driven decision-making, and tools that support effective financial management.
Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial reports and forecasts for a complex portfolio of sponsored research and administrative funds.
Play a key role in the annual budget process by preparing expense forecasts, interpreting institutional guidelines, completing budget submissions, and entering data into the university's budget system.
Monitor, maintain, and close sponsored and non-sponsored accounts in partnership with faculty, Sponsored Financial Services (SFS), and the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), ensuring compliance with sponsor and Cornell policies.
Perform a variety of purchasing functions, with a focus on capital assets and related service agreements.
Manage a diverse portfolio of funding sources, including gifts, endowment income, sponsored awards, and institutional allocations.
Process payroll-related transactions, including graduate student appointments and financial aid; faculty summer salary and salary recovery for endowed and contract college faculty; effort costing; and retroactive salary expense transfers for Institute personnel.
Foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming, showing respect, compassion, and empathy, engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective, speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately, and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and 2-4 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, business administration, or sponsored research administration, including post-award financial reporting, budget management, expenditure monitoring, and account reconciliation; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, accounting principles, and the financial stewardship of sponsored and non-sponsored funds.
Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to analyze financial data, identify issues, recommend solutions, and support informed decision-making.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to work with complex financial data and reporting tools.
Experience working with enterprise business systems, including financial, purchasing, payroll, and human resources systems, and the ability to learn and apply new technologies and tools.
Experience working in a medium to large complex organization with established financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff, students, other stakeholders, and community members.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively while exercising sound judgment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
Positive, adaptable, and service-oriented approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.
A cover letter and resume are required for further consideration.

Skills

Financial analysis
Budgeting
Accounting principles
Financial stewardship of sponsored and non-sponsored funds
Analytical skills
Reporting skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office applications
Enterprise business systems
Customer service
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Collaboration
Independent work
Judgment
Handling sensitive and confidential information
Adaptability
Service-oriented approach
Continuous improvement
Teamwork

Location

Ithaca, New York

Work Type

Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

2-4 years of relevant experience

Education Level

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
Bachelor's degree in business, finance accounting, or another related field

Salary/Compensations

$66,663.00 - $77,473.00

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study
Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program

About the Company

The Division of Budget and Planning supports Cornell's academic mission through budgeting, financial planning, resource allocation, and institutional analysis.
The Research & Innovation (RI) team partners with research facilities, laboratories, institutes, and centers to provide financial leadership, budget oversight, reporting, and compliance support.
Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

Equal Opportunity

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or be subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds.
We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.