Financial Analyst-Research Administration

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 44,909 - 67,364; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account Options

Paid Time Off

Retirement Options with Company Match

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is looking for a Financial Analyst-Research to manage and review financial data for research accounts. The role requires ensuring compliance and presenting financial summaries to management.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in healthcare financial management, and certification in Research Financials. Comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and wellness programs are offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in post-award management for a healthcare organization.
• Knowledge of OMB Circular A-133 and DHHS Policy.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with research teams.

Responsibilities

• Review all expenditures and FTE distributions on research accounts.
• Prepare summary reports of financial data for quarterly review.
• Collaborate with PI and CRU team for budget development.

Skills

Post-award management experience

Knowledge of NIH Grants Policy

Proficiency in Workday Finance

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelors Degree

NCURA or ACRP certification in Research Financials

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

Hourly Pay Range $32.60 - $48.90 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position Title: Financial Analyst-Research
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, standard business hours

What You Will Do

Expenditure Review

• Review all expenditures and FTE distributions on research accounts for PIs, Research Managers, Research Directors to ensure compliance with award and proposal requirements, organizational, sponsor and federal policies

Requisition Review

• Review and approve requisitions for sponsored project-related expenditures

Report Preparation and Distribution

• Prepare summary reports of all sponsored project financial data in the assigned portfolio and present to Clinical Research Unit (CRU) managers, directors, PIs quarterly for review. Process any adjustments as necessary.

Corrections

• Identifies and resolves problems and prepares appropriate and timely corrections of expenses that posted incorrectly via journal entry or other mechanism.

Critical Information Distribution

Collaborates with PI and CRU team to complete relevant sponsored project tasks, including:

• Providing salary/fringe information for budget development
• Preparing progress report financial information
• Projecting surpluses or deficits at end of project period
• Preparing future spending plans in alignment with future award allotments
• Adjusting and managing research labor distribution for PIs and Study Team members

Other Duties As Assigned

• Completed other duties as assigned and required.

What You Will Need

• Education: Bachelors Degree
• Certification: NCURA or ACRP certification in Research Financials
• Experience: Relevant experience in post-award management for a healthcare organization, university, academic medical center or research institution.
• Unique or Preferred Skills:
• Knowledge of NIH Grants Policy Statements, OMB Circular A-133, DHHS Policy, PCROI Policy
• Workday Finance or Workday Grants or other enterprise-level ERP system

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.