Manger, Sponsored Projects Accounts Receivable Pittsburgh, PA

Sponsored Projects Accounting (SPA) provides post award financial management for the Universitys 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 Controllers 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: Summary
Manages general accounting functions and daily operations to ensure compliance with fiscal policies procedures and regulations. Oversees reports and analyses and assists in budgetary functions. Resolves complex accounting inquiries and issues. Coordinates audits and account and database maintenance and establishes internal controls remediate actions and operational goals.

Essential Functions
Oversee the accounts receivable function for SPAs sponsored awards portfolio including monitoring AR aging and ensuring timely resolution of outstanding balance
Manage federal invoicing processes and Letter of Credit (LOC) draw activity in compliance with sponsor and University requirements
Supervise AR staff providing day to day guidance workload distribution and performance management
Serve as the primary liaison for AR related audit inquiries providing documentation and responses to internal and external auditors
Monitor compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and other federal billing requirements as they relate to accounts receivable
Identify and resolve billing discrepancies escalating complex or high risk issues as needed
Develop and maintain AR reporting and metrics to support departmental and institutional reporting needs
Provide succession planning support and cross training within the AR function
Physical Effort
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer.


The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.


Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification - Accounting
Job Family Finance & Procurement
Job Sub-Family Accounting & Financial Reporting
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelors Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
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 Not Applicable