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General Coordinator, Sponsored Financial Management

Classification Information

Sponsored Financial Management
Sponsored Financial Management is responsible for working closely with faculty and departments to ensure financial compliance and proper accounting of externally sponsored funds. Responsibilities include financial reporting, cost transfer reviews, award closeouts, cash management, effort reporting, audits, and reviews.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 2
Intermediate: These positions require some experience and education but are not expected to act independently.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Coordinator for Sponsored Financial Management is responsible for ensuring the financial compliance and accurate accounting of externally sponsored funds. Working closely with faculty and departmental staff, this role oversees financial reporting, budget monitoring, cost transfer reviews, award closeouts, and cash management for sponsored agreements. The coordinator ensures that all transactions are consistent with sponsor guidelines, university policies, and federal regulations, helping to maintain the integrity of sponsored financial activities. This position involves active participation in effort reporting, audits, and reviews, providing essential support for compliance and financial accuracy across various sponsored projects. The General Coordinator serves as a key resource for departments and faculty, offering guidance on financial processes, ensuring proper documentation, and facilitating smooth audits and project closeouts. While primarily focused on individual tasks, the role requires strong coordination and communication to help streamline financial operations and resolve any issues that arise, contributing to the overall success and compliance of the university’s sponsored programs.