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The Opportunity:
The Post-Award Finance Specialist IIs perform post-award sponsored program functions associated with the post-award administration of awards and are responsible for the management of sponsored awards from setup through the project closeout. This position will report to a Post Award Finance Specialist III.
Responsibilities:
- Review award documents to identify necessary critical information and perform all data entry functions in Research Administration system for new awards, modifications, extensions, budget transfers, no cost extensions etc.
- Interpretation and implementation of post award policies and financial compliance in regard to sponsored research projects.
- Ensure appropriate setup and management of sponsored projects and maintain accurate documentation to demonstrate adherence to compliance requirements and any special award terms and conditions.
- Analyze award terms for allowability and allocability and ensure that costs are consistently handled per UCF policy and sponsor requirements.
- Review statement of work and other contract and grant requirements for various sponsors including federal, state, municipal, or private organizations depending on the Hub to which they are assigned.
- Act as a primary point of contact for matters related to executed sponsored projects and act as a liaison between the PI, sponsor and UCF for all executed awards.
- Work with department administrators, PIs and sponsors to ensure smooth functioning of the award through its life cycle including assisting with pre-expenditure reviews in Workday and performing administrative closeout functions, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in financial or compliance-related roles involving data entry, reporting, or procedural oversight.
- Experience in sponsored project support, preferably in an institution of higher education.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving expertise, with hands-on experience in troubleshooting complex issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with Huron Research Suite and Workday, or similar research administration systems, with demonstrated adaptability to new technologies and platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook for daily administrative and communication tasks.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,030 to $68,636.50. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Department
Office of Research - OperationsWork Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Schedule may vary as required.Type of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$56,030.00 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
10-23-2026-12-00-AMThe University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
For general application or posting questions, please email [email protected].
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please email [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in financial or compliance-related roles involving data entry, reporting, or procedural oversight
- Experience supporting sponsored projects, preferably in higher education
- Analytical and problem-solving expertise, including troubleshooting complex issues
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Familiarity with Huron Research Suite, Workday, or similar research administration systems, with adaptability to new platforms
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
University of Central Florida Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about University of Central Florida and has not been reviewed or approved by University of Central Florida.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is provided through the State of Florida Group Insurance Program, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, and optional supplemental plans administered via People First. Enrollment timing is clearly defined for new hires, with coverage able to start as soon as the month after hire.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include the FRS Pension Plan, FRS Investment Plan, and the State University System Optional Retirement Program for eligible roles, plus voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Reemployment rules and continuation of health/life coverage in retirement are also outlined.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Nine paid holidays are recognized annually, with the possibility of additional paid personal leave days at the President’s discretion, and certain employees receive a personal holiday each year. Faculty also have access to leave programs such as sabbaticals and professional development leave.
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What We Do
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