Grants & Contracts Specialist III

Job Title: Grants & Contracts Specialist III Location: Onsite/Hybrid, Pittsburgh, PA Type: Direct Hire Start date: May Overview: A top-ranked research university is currently searching for a Grants & Contracts Specialist for one of its growing departments to perform Pre- and Post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts.

Prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants, contracts, and budgets.

If interested in joining this dynamic department, please apply!

Responsibilities: Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts.

Prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants, contracts, and budgets.

Maintains award-related schedules, prepares complex government applications and reports, and interprets policy and procedure.

Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves complex issues, and reviews routine financial documents.

Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements, assists with managing special projects, and prepares operating budgets.

Will work with Industry Sponsors and Foundations.

Will prepare and meet regularly with faculty/supervisor to review financials.

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.

Some knowledge of clinical trials and grants is highly preferred At least two years of accounting, financial administration, and/or compliance is required Strong attention to detail #M3 #LI-DS1 Ref: #558-Scientific

Full Time