What are the responsibilities and job description for the HERL Research Finance Assistant position at The University of Pittsburgh?
HERL Research Finance Assistant
The University of Pittsburgh/U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) is a collaborative venture advancing rehabilitation technology. Committed to enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities, HERL merges expertise from academia and the Veterans Affairs system. Our mission is to innovate, design, and implement cutting-edge technologies, promoting mobility, accessibility, and improved healthcare for those with disabilities. Through interdisciplinary research, HERL strives to empower individuals and shape the future of assistive technology.
HERL is looking to add a financial management professional to our team to assist in managing the accounts that fund our work. The incumbent will be responsible for higher level tasks related to accounting/finance duties. Tasks could include, but are not limited to data entry, ledger/budget review or balancing, tracking costing/accounting info, and financial reporting. Other duties may include assisting with budget formulation, contract drafting, facilities management, research participant payments, and purchase management. The candidate is expected to have experience in accounting and/or finance, good communication skills to work with a diverse team, be able communicate effectively via email and other electronic modalities and stay in compliance with all applicable Pitt and VA policies.
A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position and a bachelor's degree is preferred. Incumbent must be eligible for Without Compensation (WOC) appointment through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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.
