Accountant
The University of Pittsburgh
Accountant
Office of Technology Management - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003711)
The Accountant will be a part of the Accounting team within the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIE). The role will be responsible for budget and accounting activities for the Institute of Entrepreneurial Excellence (IEE) and Intellectual Property (IP) accounting for OIE.
Key Responsibilities
IEE duties:
Monitor day-to-day financial activities and allocate revenue and expenses to appropriate accounts.
Maintain and enter all information into IEE's financial systems.
Reconcile actuals on a regular basis.
Create and analyze projections for grants and other operating dollars.
Process invoices, memberships, tuition dollars, sponsorships, and grant reimbursement.
Create monthly financial statements.
Assist with annual budgeting process.
Process employee travel and business review and reimbursements.
- OIE IP Accounting team duties:
- Manages fiscal and accounting functions; formulates and recommends policies and procedures to effectively administer programs.
- Maintains general ledger accounts; handles funds for units of small size/complexity; prepares general ledger journal entries.
- Reviews and prepares legal bills for payment.
- Prepares financial reports, invoices, schedules, or statements for review and approval.
- Reviews, analyzes, and approves expenditures including indirect costs, and determines fund balances; ensures compliance with grant/contract requirements and University policies and procedures.
- Prepares and reviews data and assigned accounts in preparation for internal and external audits.
- Researches discrepancies in accounting data which includes auditing and analyzing fiscal data; resolves issues in coordination with others.
- Assists with the planning, coordination, and implementation of budgets.
The Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship inspires, educates and enables others to make an impact on society, improve the regional economy and transform their own careers. The office is composed of four units: The Innovation Institute, the Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships, the Big Idea Center for student innovation, and the Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence. For more information please visit the website at: innovation.pitt.edu.
Job Summary
Performs basic fiscal, accounting, and general ledger functions. Prepares financial forecasts and research.
Essential Functions
- Organization and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
Physical Effort
The position is mostly sedentary but may be required to travel on campus to attend meetings and events.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Accountant I
Job Family
Finance & Procurement
Job Sub-Family
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required
No experience required
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
