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University of Pittsburgh Financial Account Manager in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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 requ re successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter
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