What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants & Contracts Specialist position at System One?
Job Title: Grants & Contracts Specialist
Location: Onsite, Pittsburgh, PA, Mon-Thursday and Friday remote!
Type: Direct Hire
Start date: February
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.
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
- Some knowledge of clinical trials and grants is highly preferred
- At least a year of accounting, financial administration, and/or compliance is required
- Strong attention to detail
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