Title

Director, Financial Post Award Administration

Department Summary

The Finance Division manages and safeguards university assets by providing accurate financial data, efficient procurement, and effective planning-all in support of student success and service excellence. The Office of Financial Post Award Administration manages the financial operations of grants and sponsored programs. Bridgewater State University is an inclusive, equity-focused institution committed to diversity and broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

Position Summary

The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Office of Financial Post Award Administration, ensuring effective stewardship of sponsored funds and high-quality, service-orientated experience for principal investigators (PIs) and research staff. This role serves as the University's primary authority on financial post-award administration and leads cross-functional collaboration to strengthen compliance, enhance financial oversight and advance a proactive solutions-oriented grants management culture. The role ensures compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies while driving process improvements, staff training, and sponsored administration risk management in support of the University's mission.

Supervision Received: Reports to the Associate Vice President, Finance Supervision Exercised: Supervises subordinate staff

This position is an exempt, APA unit position and is subject to the terms of that union agreement.
Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm
(Ability to work some Saturdays and evenings, as needed. This position is eligible for hybrid/ remote work in accordance with BSU remote work policy.

Essential Duties

Leadership & Collaboration*Provide daily operational oversight, workload management, and service excellence for the Office of Financial Post Award Administration.*Lead process improvement initiatives including technology adoption, financial post-award training for the research community, policy development, and reporting enhancements.*Partner with campus stakeholders including but not limited to the Office of Grants and Sponsored Projects (OGSP), Human Resources, and the BSU Foundation to deliver seamless grant lifecycle support, advance university policies and procedures and implement best practices.*Direct, mentor, and develop post-award staff, including performance management, training and succession planning.

Compliance & Risk Management* Monitor and provide authoritative interpretation of federal, state and non-governmental sponsor requirements and regulations, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200); advise faculty and staff on complex compliance matters.*Track post-award risk metrics, identify trends, and recommend policy or process improvements to strengthen compliance.*Represent the University in interactions with federal sponsors and agencies on financial compliance and reporting.

Award Setup & Execution*Review and interpret award financial terms and conditions to ensure alignment with BSU policies and sponsored requirements. Direct the award contract execution process from OGSP approval through Finance Authorized Signatory.*Oversee the setup of new awards, including budget set-up and payroll distributions for sponsored projects.*Collaborate with OGSP on budget review, accuracy, and translation to Finance expense classifications.

Award Management*Direct cost transfers, prior approval requests, fringe and indirect cost accruals, additional compensation requests, effort reporting, certification, and tracking of faculty/staff commitments on sponsored projects.*Advise the Director of OGSP on amendments, budget modifications, and supplemental funding.*Lead subrecipient risk assessment, FFATA reporting, monitoring and closeout activities in accordance with federal requirements and institutional policies.

Financial Operations & Reporting*Oversee audit requests, reconciliation, internal controls, procurement compliance, billing, federal fund drawdowns, and accounts receivable for sponsored projects.*Provide direction and oversight of financial reporting/ forecasting for sponsored awards, variance analysis and expert level guidance to support PI and institutional decision making*Direct and ensure financial award monitoring and recommended corrective actions where needed

Required Qualifications

*Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field*Minimum 5 years of experience in research administration with a focus on post-award management*Strong knowledge of federal/state compliance regulations, fiscal management, and sponsored project administration*Demonstrated leadership experience including staff supervision and performance management*Excellent communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite*Maintain knowledge of emerging trends and regulatory changes in research administration through participation in professional organizations (e.g. NCURA, SRA, COGR, FDP)

Preferred Qualifications

*Master's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field* Higher education experience* Experience with Banner Finance, Jaggaer, and Concur* Ability to draft and negotiate moderate to complex contractual agreements* Advanced knowledge of federal/state cost principles, allowability standards, sponsored program financial management and contract acquisition laws and regulations* Professional certification (e.g., CRA, CFRA, CPA preferred)

Work Environment

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?BridgewaterStateUniv&layout_id=18

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Type

APA Professional

Salary Range

$115,000 - $120,000

Posting Number

S01334P

Open Date

06/18/2026

Application Review Start Date

06/15/2026

Close Date

07/07/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

* A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
* Resume/CV
* Cover LetterPDN-a20ea443-d1ea-47c7-ad9f-6313b69bf439