Grants Payments Data Analyst

NCBioImpact; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Grants Payments Data Analyst to shape forecasting and reporting of clinical site payments. You will gather financial and operational data, develop forecasting models, and deliver client-ready reports in alignment with sponsor contracts.

Remote role open to candidates in India, with collaboration across global teams and potential travel as needed. 2–5 years of finance experience and strong Excel skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of finance experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, databases, and accounting systems.
• Understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition.
• Knowledge of clinical site payment processes and forecasting methods.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Experience supporting audit, financial reporting, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve forecasting models for clinical site payments.
• Collaborate with Central Planning and Clinical Operations to analyze site enrollment actuals and forecasts.
• Integrate forecasting outputs with Medidata Payments forecasts for end-to-end planning.
• Ensure forecasting processes meet financial audit and compliance requirements.
• Create client-ready forecasting reports in line with sponsor contracts.
• Analyze forecast performance, budget utilization, and plan-versus-actual results.
• Communicate variances to Project Analysts and Global Project Leads for corrective action.
• Support study closeout activities with final payment reconciliations and reports.
• Contribute to process improvement for site payment forecasting and reporting.

Skills

Finance experience

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Forecasting

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Databases

Accounting systems

Job description

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we're driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to think creatively, take ownership, and deliver meaningful work that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

With more than 4,000 professionals across the globe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, growth is encouraged, and every contribution makes an impact. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape the future of clinical research.

Make an Impact as a Grants Payments Data Analyst at Worldwide

As a Grants Payments Data Analyst, you'll play a key role in shaping how clinical site payments are forecasted and reported. Your work will help bring together critical financial and operational data, supporting accurate forecasting and informed decision-making across clinical studies.

In this role, you'll take ownership of forecasting models used outside of Medidata Payments, driving ongoing enhancements and ensuring alignment with broader payment forecasting processes. You'll collaborate with teams across Revenue Recognition, Clinical Payments, Investigator Grants Payments, Project Analysis, and Clinical Operations to develop efficient, audit-ready forecasting solutions.

Your expertise will help deliver accurate client-facing financial forecasts, support compliance with financial reporting requirements, and contribute to the successful management and reconciliation of clinical site payments throughout the study lifecycle.

Where You'll Work

This is a REMOTE role open to candidates based in India. You will collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones.

Travel for this role is remote-based and may be required only as specified by business needs.

What You'll Do

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve forecasting models used outside of Medidata Payments.
• Partner with Central Planning and Clinical Operations teams to gather and analyze site and patient enrollment actuals and forecasts.
• Integrate forecasting outputs with Medidata Payments forecasts to support end-to-end clinical site payment planning.
• Collaborate with Revenue Recognition teams to ensure forecasting processes meet financial audit and compliance requirements.
• Create client-ready forecasting reports and deliverables in accordance with sponsor contractual requirements.
• Analyze forecast performance, budget utilization, and plan-versus-actual results to identify trends and risks.
• Communicate over- and under-forecast variances to Project Analysts and Global Project Leads, enabling timely corrective action.
• Support study closeout activities through final payment reconciliations and preparation of client-ready financial reports.
• Contribute to process development and continuous improvement initiatives related to clinical site payment forecasting and reporting.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of finance experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Experience working with Excel, databases, and accounting systems.
• Understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards.
• Knowledge of clinical site payment processes and forecasting methodologies.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and challenge stakeholders constructively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting audit requirements, financial reporting, and compliance-related activities.
• Proficiency in English.

Discover the Difference

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. Discover the Difference at Worldwide Clinical Trials. Explore additional opportunities on our careers page, visit http://www.worldwide.com/careers, or connect with us on LinkedIn.