Research Financial Administrator - Post Award (Hybrid)
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SHRS - Office of the Dean is actively recruiting a research financial administrator. This position is primarily responsible for advanced-level support, responsible for application of a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in research accounting, post-award administration, and budgeting. Daily functions include account reconciliation, compliance with sponsor-mandated financial and administrative guidelines, project financial forecasting and budgeting scenarios, and reporting requirements for sponsor funding. Responsible for the management and tracking of outgoing subawards and corresponding invoices. The position will work independently with department research investigators and leadership to interpret funding guidelines, reports, rules, and regulations. The position will be cross trained in pre-award administration and other general accounting functions and expected to work as a member of a collaborative team to address these functions as necessary.
Job Summary
Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Essential Functions
- Preparation and submission of funding proposals.
- Non-competing continuation and prior approval preparation and submission; award activation.
- Just in time requests and other reporting.
- Development and implementation of policies and procedures; special projects as assigned.
Physical Effort
Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds or less. Position is sedentary.
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Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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