Sponsored Research Accountant - Post-Award & Compliance

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Transit bus pass

Childcare support

Fitness center access

Holidays

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Finance Division is seeking a Sponsored Research Accountant to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports post-award sponsored project accounting, ensuring compliance with regulations and robust financial reporting.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with two on-site days each week and the opportunity to contribute to university financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of accounting experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required for this role.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities to control financial resources and ensure compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
• Provide administrative and fiscal support within a post-award sponsored project accounting environment.
• Manage financial reporting deadlines for sponsored projects.
• Lead a portfolio, make decisions, and resolve issues within applicable policies and regulations.
• Interpret sponsor regulations and institutional policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Finance Division is seeking a Sponsored Research Accountant to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports post-award sponsored project accounting, ensuring compliance with regulations and robust financial reporting.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with two on-site days each week and the opportunity to contribute to university financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of accounting experience,