Job Title: Grants & Contracts Specialist III
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, Mon-Thurs onsite and Friday REMOTE
Type: Direct Hire 

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
• 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

• Clinical Trials
• Pre and Post Award experience 

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