Grants Compliance Specialist III in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Grants Compliance Specialist III

Sponsored Projects Accounting - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005373)

Sponsored Projects Accounting (SPA) provides post award financial management for the University's sponsored research portfolio, currently totaling approximately $1.3 billion in active federal and non-federal awards. SPA operates under a full lifecycle model, with staff managing awards from activation through closeout, and is organized under the Controller's Office. The department is responsible for financial compliance, reporting, subrecipient monitoring, and effort reporting in accordance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and Cost Accounting Standards. For more information regarding Pitt Finance & Operations, please visit our website at: https://www.financeoperations.pitt.edu/.

Job Summary

Supports grant operations by monitoring and executing multiple, complex federal compliance requirements related to sponsored research awards across the University. Assesses current practices, collects information, and analyzes data to determine organizational objectives. Designs new projects/programs and makes recommendations to improve systems and processes. Responsible for the department’s monthly newsletter, managing and updating electronic applications as needed, and acting as a primary contact for inquiries from internal departments and outside institutions.

Essential Functions

• Supports post award operations by analyzing multiple, complex compliance requirements and applying them to grant administration processes
• Conducts audits of grant related processes and transactions to confirm compliance with applicable policies and regulations
• Executes complex management reports to verify compliance and confirm the integrity of departmental data, using tools such as Excel, Access, and Alteryx
• Monitors ongoing operation of departmental applications to confirm systems are functioning properly, identifies areas for improvement, and maintains and audits system security
• Monitors the department help email account and responds to inquiries related to applications, effort certification, cost sharing, and general effort reporting
• Serves as a technical resource on compliance systems and reporting for departmental staff and stakeholders

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants Compliance Specialist III

Job Family: Compliance & Audit

Job Sub Family: Research Compliance

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5

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, 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: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

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

Optional Documents: Cover Letter