Business and Finance Administrator

The Office of the Chancellor is seeking a Business and Finance Administrator who will be primarily responsible for supporting financial, human resources, and business activities for the Office of the Chancellor (OTC), as well as the units that report through the OTC. Working with the Senior Director, Business and Finance and the Director, Business and Finance, this position is responsible for:

• Reconciling multiple departments’ operating, discretionary, research, and capital project accounts and maintaining the Tableau financial system
• Preparing financial analyses, reports, and actions
• Providing purchasing support for PantherExpress agreements, requisitions, and payments
• Completing regular business activities such as compliance requirements, expense report approvals, and database maintenance
• Ensuring that all business and finance practices follow University policies and procedures and providing guidance to staff in the units reporting through the OTC
• Assisting with human resources functions such as payroll register reviews and Pitt Worx transactions
• Providing pre-award and post-award support for sponsored projects, as needed
• Completing special projects as directed by the Senior Director, Business and Finance or Director, Business and Finance.

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted per university guidelines.

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. The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement. 
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Financial.II
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Baccalaureate
Minimum Experience Level Required: 2-3 years experience
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
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, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable