Clinical Research Financial Analyst II CNCT

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston seeks a financial analyst to independently perform high-level financial reporting, forecasting and grant-related analysis for Neuroscience clinical trials under supervision. The role requires responsibility, strong communication, and ability to navigate a fast-paced academic medical environment.

You will track KPIs, assist with grant submissions, prepare ad-hoc reports, ensure data integrity, and coordinate with Research Finance and CTO to manage contracts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Experience in a large healthcare organization preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical, forecasting, reporting, and project support to senior management.
• Prepare and assist with grant application submissions.
• Track KPIs and prepare financial reports; present findings as needed.
• Create ad-hoc reports and perform financial analysis.
• Assist project teams with financial guidance and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

HSS system

ClinicalTrials.gov

OnCore/Insight

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Working independently to perform high-level financial reporting, analysis and forecasting of Neuroscience clinical trials; under general supervision from the Administrative Director of the Center of Neuroscience Clinical Trials (CNCT) and the Neurosciences Administrative Directors of Research Finance. This role will be responsible for providing independent and accurate support to physician clinical trialists by monitoring deadlines, collecting, summarizing, and consolidating data, allocating variances, analyzing and interpreting data, making comparative analyses, explaining data and assumptions, researching and correcting variance problems, assembling and analyzing historical financial data, and explaining data and assumptions. This position demands a high level of responsibility with minimal supervision, great communication and customer service skills, and excellent prioritization. The right candidate will be a professional, thoughtful, and responsive leader and agile decision-maker maneuvering a fast-paced, complex academic medical environment.

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities):
-Provide analytical, forecasting, reporting, and project support to senior management.
-Prepare and assist with grant application submissions.
-Track key performance indicators, prepare financial reports and sometimes present them.
-Create ad-hoc reports and perform financial analysis.
-Assists project teams with financial guidance.
-Reviews financial reporting and ensures data integrity to enable management decisions.
-Ensures compliance with financial guidelines, company policies and regulations.
-Maintain familiarity with sponsors and Mass General Brigham Research —Management policies and procedures.
-Maintain working knowledge of federal Human Subjects System (HSS) and -Clinical Trials.gov to assist with entry and troubleshooting of clinical trials and human subjects data.
-Prepare contract requests and billing agreements as needed in coordination with Research Finance; assist with contract billing and receivables.
-Verify research compliance with specific areas (human subjects research, cost shares, travel policies).
-Process research financial transaction activities (Check Requests), supply purchasing (eBuy), and submit and track participant stipends (Advarra/eCheck).
-Reconcile payments received with internal systems (OnCore/Insight) and ensure timely collection and reconciliation of Industry sponsored payments.
-Ensure timely, compliant closeout of all expiring projects within portfolio.
-Work with MGB Research Management and the Clinical Trials Office (CTO).
-Work with clinical research coordinators, faculty, and Finance and Administration to manage joint grants, resources, and subcontracts.
-Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned (e.g. participation in formal internal audits).

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in accounting or finance 3-5 years required Experience in a role within a large healthcare organization 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Good analytical and mathematical skills.
• Superior Excel Skills is required.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual

Grade

6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.