Grants and Contracts Specialist I

Grants and Contracts Specialist Iu00a0The University of Pittsburgh is searching for a highly motivated person that is willing to learn for the position of Sponsored Projects Accountant. The Sponsored Projects Accounting department (SPA) is responsible for the fiscal administration of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements made to the University by government, other non-profit, and private agencies approximating $900M annually. This position will serve as the financial intermediary between the sponsoring agencies and the University Principal Investigator/Project Director performing the functions of activating new awards in the Oracle financial system environment; performing ongoing maintenance for amendments, renewals, extensions, and other modifications; preparing and submitting periodic reimbursement claims and financial reports; monitoring the progress of projects throughout the full life cycle of each project and handling the financial close-out. This position requires an organized and detail-oriented individual with the ability to work independently and utilize automated accounting systems, Excel, and other databases. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field is preferred. Non-business candidates with related experience and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. The University provides a generous graduate tuition benefit program to those interested in investing in their education and professional development as well as an undergraduate tuition benefit program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children. This position also qualifies for paid Winter Recess coinciding with the Academic Calendar and we offer a flexible, remote work scheduleu00a0Job SummaryPerforms post-award accounting duties for small grants and contracts. Monitors account activity and prepares routine financial reports. Assists with policy and procedure interpretation and government report preparation.Essential FunctionsThe University of Pittsburgh is searching for a highly motivated person that is willing to learn for the position of Sponsored Projects Accountant. The Sponsored Projects Accounting department (SPA) is responsible for the fiscal administration of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements made to the University by government, other non-profit, and private agencies approximating $900M annually. This position will serve as the financial intermediary between the sponsoring agencies and the University Principal Investigator/Project Director performing the functions of activating new awards in the Oracle financial system environment; performing ongoing maintenance for amendments, renewals, extensions, and other modifications; preparing and submitting periodic reimbursement claims and financial reports; monitoring the progress of projects throughout the full life cycle of each project and handling the financial close-out. This position requires an organized and detail-oriented individual with the ability to work independently and utilize automated accounting systems, Excel, and other databases. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field is preferred. Non-business candidates with related experience and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. The University provides a generous graduate tuition benefit program to those interested in investing in their education and professional development as well as an undergraduate tuition benefit program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children. This position also qualifies for paid Winter Recess coinciding with the Academic Calendar and we offer a flexible, remote work schedulePhysical EffortN/AAssignment Category:u00a0Full-time regularJob Classification:u00a0Staff.Grants & Contracts Speciali t I (Post-Award)Job Family:u00a0ResearchJob Sub Family:u00a0Grants & ContractsCampus:u00a0PittsburghMinimum Education Level Required:u00a0Bachelor's DegreeMinimum Years of Experience Required:u00a0No experience requiredWill this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience:u00a0Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.Work Schedule:u00a0Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Work Arrangement:u00a0Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Hiring Range:u00a0TBD Based Upon QualificationsRelocation_Offered:u00a0NoVisa Sponsorship Provided:u00a0NoBackground Check:u00a0For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background checkChild Protection Clearances:u00a0Not ApplicableRequired Documents:u00a0Resume, Cover LetterOptional Documents:u00a0Not ApplicablePI278360378

Created: 2025-10-04