Research Grant Administrator

This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts; prepares and submits invoices, re-budgets projects, and sets up sub-awards and contracted services agreements; coordinates the purchasing of supplies and equipment.
• Monitors account activity, including expenditures, cost transfers, adjustments, reconciliations, and other related transactions; performs internal audits and resolves complex issues.
• Ensures accuracy and adherence to budgets, sponsor terms, federal regulations, policies, and procedures; provides policy and procedure interpretation.
• Prepares complex reports to federal and sponsoring agencies; analyzes financial documentation and reviews routine reports.
• Develops and implements accounting techniques, policies, and procedures to reduce expenses and improve operations.
• Assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement.

Schedule

• Full-time regular.
• Shift determined by manager.
• Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Physical Effort

Light.