Senior Sponsored Research Accountant - Finance Division
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Sponsored research accounting
Federal regulations compliance
Financial close process
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Research Accountant to govern a complex portfolio of sponsored awards, providing expert guidance to Principal Investigators and department administrators
Job Summary
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Research Accountant to govern a complex portfolio of sponsored awards, providing expert guidance to Principal Investigators and department administrators.
This role involves driving the financial close process, ensuring compliance with sponsor terms and federal regulations, and serving as a key compliance advisor to PIs and department business managers.
The university offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a generous retirement savings program, tuition benefits, and ample paid time off.
Matching Summary
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Research Accountant to govern a complex portfolio of sponsored awards, providing expert guidance to Principal Investigators and department administrators.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
sponsored research accounting
federal regulations compliance
financial close process
award lifecycle management
budget-to-actual variance analysis
sub-awardee oversight
Nice-to-have
strategic financial stewardship
process innovation initiatives
mentoring junior staff
driving process innovation
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
5-7 years of grant and contract accounting experience
Mastery of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), FAR, and CAS