Post Award Specialist

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh seeks a Post Award Specialist to manage complex grants and contracts, monitor accounts, and prepare government reports. The role requires collaboration with department leadership and adherence to policy. Hybrid work arrangement is available.

Responsibilities include budgeting support, internal audits, and interpreting procedures to improve financial operations within a large academic setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in grants or contracts accounting.
• Experience with post-award administration and budgeting.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy and procedure in accounting contexts.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts.
• Monitor account activity and prepare routine and complex reports for sponsors.
• Assist with budgeting and special projects; support department leadership in policy implementation.

Skills

Post-award accounting

Budgeting

Internal audits

Policy interpretation

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - Post Award Specialist (26005934)

Post Award Specialist

Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005934 )

Job Summary

Performs post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves complex issues, and provides policy and procedure interpretation. Prepares complex government reports and reviews routine reports. Facilitates accounting techniques and procedures to improve operations. Assists with managing special projects and budgeting functions.

Essential Functions

The position is accountable for post-award functions, both operational and financial. Will provide support for the financial activities of a large academic department. The position requires the application of a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in research accounting, post-award administration, and budgeting. The individual in this position works with department leadership in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and methods to handle unusual or complex situations.

Physical Effort

This is a fairly sedentary position but may require walking to other locations on campus. Occasional lifting of files and light office equipment.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist III (Post-Award)

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Grants & Contracts

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

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 Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

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

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.