Clinical Trials Finance Specialist

Stanford University School of Medicine; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University School of Medicine in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Clinical Trials Accountant (Accountant 2) to join the research finance team. The role focuses on analyzing transactions, revenue and expense tracking, and preparing financial reports to support trial budgets.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree with several years of related accounting experience, strong Excel and Oracle knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse medical and academic community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with four years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and GAAP.
• Experience with Oracle or similar accounting systems and Excel.
• Understanding of Stanford research administration processes and post-award administration.
• Familiarity with OMB Uniform Guidance and related circulars.

Responsibilities

• Analyze accounting transactions and summarize financial position for unit or organization-wide decisions.
• Capture, track, and report revenue and expenses; oversee complex accounts.
• Prepare and present analyses focusing on variances from budgets and prior data.
• Maintain controls and document processes; implement approved changes.
• Run financial reports and develop management information reports.
• Support change management and participate in project teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle

Excel

CRISP Stanford systems

Job description

Stanford University School of Medicine in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Clinical Trials Accountant (Accountant 2) to join the research finance team. The role focuses on analyzing transactions, revenue and expense tracking, and preparing financial reports to support trial budgets.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree with several years of related accounting experience, strong Excel and Oracle knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse medical and academic community.