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Research Finance Specialist

Location

United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

$53.0K - $75.9K / year

Seniority

Mid Level

Bachelor Degree

Job Description

Research Finance Specialist

Mass General Brigham

Role Description The Research Finance Specialist is an active member of the Mass General Brigham Central Research Management office and is one of the primary points of contact for Principal Investigators (PIs) and Department Administrators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and other institutions within Mass General Brigham. The Finance Specialist is committed to identifying and adhering to best practices in grants and contracts administration while upholding the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility. The Finance Specialist I will proactively address the demands of research grant administration by providing exceptional customer service to Mass General Brigham’s distinguished research community and collaborators in their pioneering efforts in science and medicine. With guidance from his/her manager and team members, the Finance Specialist I actively manages the subcontract payments related activity of the grants. As a primary contact for departments and outside collaborators, the Finance Specialist facilitates the process of subcontract invoice distribution, coding, approvals, payments, and inquiries. This position is also a key member of the team who provides considerable support to the fiscal administration of a variety of grants and contracts from federal and non-federal sponsoring agencies. Included in these responsibilities are: - Reviewing incoming subcontract invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Confirming the following: - Fully executed agreement on file - Invoice format is detailed - Current and cumulative costs tally correctly - Expenses are aligned with the budget period - Expenses do not exceed the budgeted amount - Coding invoices, scanning, uploading, and creating deliverables for invoices in the Insight system - Contributing to system enhancements, testing, training, and delivery - Maintaining subcontract invoice process through daily reports; tracking and analyzing progress - Maintaining an accurate contact list for Department Administrators - Resolving new invoice revisions with collaborating institutions - Escalating any technical invoice disputes, as needed - Following up on outstanding high-risk approvals from department administrators - Responding to subcontract invoice inquiries – BWH, MGH, IHP, MCL, SHR - Working with RF team members on the collection of all subcontract invoices at the time of FSR - Providing superior customer service - Ensuring that awards/accounts are managed in a fiscally responsible manner and in full compliance with all applicable rules and regulations established by both the sponsor and as well as all pertinent Mass General Brigham policies - Working closely with Accounts Payables to ensure invoices are paid and any issues resolved timely - Performing other duties or special projects as required - Assuming additional responsibilities as assigned Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred - At least 1-2 years of financial analysis experience preferred - Experience working with a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment - Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills - Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and budget management - Familiarity with research funding mechanisms, grant management, and funding agency regulations - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations - Effective communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial information to various stakeholders - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with researchers, administrators, and finance teams Requirements - This is a remote role that can be done from most US states - Remote workdays require a stable, secure, quiet, and compliant workspace - Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Eastern - Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 - Employee Type: Regular - Work Shift: Day (United States of America) - Pay Range: $53,040.00 - $75,888.80/Annual - Grade: 5 Benefits - Comprehensive benefits - Career advancement opportunities - Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable - Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth

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