Financial Administrator

The Financial Administrator will provide post award professional level financial support and perform all other duties as assigned for the Department of Surgery. This position requires the appropriate application of a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in the field of research accounting, post-award administration, or financial analysis. Monthly duties will include entering and reconciliation of grant and departmental accounts, running reports, expense and revenue recordings and expense approval, and maintaining accurate data as well as ensuring that department spreadsheets are up to date.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required. Additionally, the incumbent must be proficient in PC operation. The incumbent must have knowledge of basic accounting principles, experience in medical research, grant administration, and familiarity with funding agencies. Knowledge of Panther Express systems and Department Manager a plus. CRA certification a plus. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted per University guidelines.

 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: 1-2 years experience
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: $26,988.00 – $43,212.00
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