BEZOS Center Finance Manager

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.

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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.

Key Responsibilities fall within the following functional areas:

Financial Oversight, Budgeting & Forecasting:

Pre- and Post-Award Management & Compliance:

Financial Reporting & Annual Report Preparation:

Other Financial Operations Duties:

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can communicate complex financial information clearly, build strong relationships, and independently manage multiple priorities, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting the mission of the Bezos Center.

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, you may have opportunities to support HR functions, assist with Center events, help arrange travel for the leadership team, and manage purchasing and sourcing of supplies and equipment. These experiences offer a chance to broaden your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the Center's operations.

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. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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