BEZOS Center Finance Manager

Overview

The Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at North Carolina State University is supported by a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund. The Center comprises a dynamic, collaborative team of researchers, educators, practitioners, trainees, and staff led by Professor Rohan Shirwaiker, Director and Chief Scientific Officer. Together with academic and industry partners, the Center will advance research, workforce development, and outreach related to the biomanufacturing of diverse types of sustainable proteins while serving as a global knowledge and networking hub.

Posting Number PG194445EP

Internal Recruitment Yes

Working Title:

BEZOS Center Finance Manager

Anticipated Hiring Range:
Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Location:

Department

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Disclaimer:
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This is an internal posting for current NC State permanent and temporary employees.

The Bezos Center Financial Manager oversees and manages a complex, research-intensive portfolio of financial, research administration, compliance, and operational activities for the Center. Serving as the main point of contact for all financial transactions, you will be responsible for accounting, budgeting, auditing, reporting, and grants administration, as well as financial and compliance oversight related to Center membership and industry relations.

As the Financial Manager, you will support a portfolio primarily funded through sponsored research, with additional funding that may include F&A, state appropriations, receipt-generated, and foundation accounts. Additionally, you will partner closely with Center leadership, faculty, college and university offices, and external partners to provide clear, accurate financial guidance, manage competing priorities, and independently resolve complex financial and operational issues.

Financial Oversight, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Direct Center financial operations; monitor, reconcile, and manage budgets across multiple funding sources
• Develop financial summaries and forecasts; lead regular financial reviews with Center leadership and the College of Engineering Business Office
• Ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and alignment with Center and college priorities

Pre- and Post-Award Management & Compliance

• Manage the full sponsored research lifecycle, including proposal support, award setup, project management, and close-out
• Maintain proposal and award records; support budget development for PIs
• Oversee PMRs, cost share setups, effort reporting, and compliance with sponsor, federal, and institutional requirements
• Prepare and analyze standard and ad hoc financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Develop financial tables and supporting documentation for the Center’s Annual Report
• Compile and deliver requested financial information for audits, reviews, and planning efforts

Other Financial Operations Duties

• Process journal vouchers, audit payroll transactions, and monitor sub-awards and sub-accounts
• Serve as a liaison to university offices and external partners involved in financial and research administration
• Oversee financial and compliance activities related to Center membership and industry relations

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in Accounting; or Associate’s degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience.…