Senior Sponsored Research Accountant - Finance Division
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted October 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions.
Job Description
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Research Accountant to serve as a cornerstone of our research administration team. In this pivotal role, you will govern a complex portfolio of sponsored awards, providing expert guidance to Principal Investigators and department administrators.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in grant and contract accounting, sponsored research administration, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated mastery of federal regulations governing research, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), FAR, and CAS
- Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, with a proven ability to interpret and apply complex policies and regulations
- Superior communication and people skills, with the ability to effectively advise and influence a wide range of stakeholders, from faculty to senior administration
- High proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, SAP) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
- Tuition benefits
- Ample paid time off and observed holidays
- Life and accidental death and disability insurance
- Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
- Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
- Fitness center access
