Financial Account Manager at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Financial Account Manager

The Hillman Cancer Center (HCC) provides exceptional patient care as a world leader in understanding, preventing, and treating cancer through the integration of scientific discovery, clinical excellence, and community partnerships, while training the next generation of cancer experts. This position is a University of Pittsburgh role within the Fiscal Department of HCC.

Job Summary

Manages administrative and financial operations for Research Grants & Contracts and reviews and negotiates complex grants, contracts, and subcontracts. Reviews and reconciles financial and grant documents and ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations. Prepares and negotiates complex budgets and related documents. Serves as a primary contact and resource regarding all aspects of research grants and contracts, updates databases and accounts, and develops and facilitates operational policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center (HCC) Fiscal Department is seeking a skilled Post Award Manager. This role involves overseeing a team responsible for managing awarded grants, contracts, and clinical trials. The Post Award Manager will collaborate closely with other team leaders and staff within the HCC Fiscal Office to effectively monitor and track all post-award activities. This position reports directly to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Assistant Director of Finance. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of grants and contracts and be able to meet rigorous deadlines. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directing and coordinating a team of staff.
• Communicating and motivating effectively within a team environment.
• Ensuring compliance with guidelines and policies of various sponsoring agencies and the University, including monitoring project deliverables and milestones.
• Meeting demanding deadlines efficiently and effectively.
• Providing detailed explanations of analytical outcomes with resolutions and suggestions for improvement.
• Monitoring budget, invoicing, and payment schedules to ensure that projects are progressing as expected.
• Recommending and implementing process improvements to enhance post-award efficiencies.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Manager (Pre & Post-Award)

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

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

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday

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

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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