Remote Research Finance Analyst I

Mass General Brigham; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a financial analyst to support research programs by collaborating with researchers, grant managers and finance teams to ensure accurate budgeting, reporting and compliance with funding requirements.

You will develop project budgets, track expenditures, forecast needs, prepare reports for grants and agencies, and use financial management systems to analyze data and provide actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• 1-2 years of Financial Analysis experience preferred
• 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 stakeholders
• Detail-oriented approach with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with researchers, administrators, and finance teams

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis for research projects, including budget development, expenditure tracking, and forecasting
• Collaborate with researchers and grant managers to develop project budgets, ensuring alignment with funding requirements and institutional policies
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for research projects, grants, and funding agencies
• Ensure compliance with funding agency regulations, institutional financial policies, and research ethics guidelines
• Assist in financial planning and forecasting for research initiatives
• Utilize financial management systems and software for data entry, analysis, and reporting
• Collaborate with researchers, grant managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination of financial matters

Skills

Budget management

Financial analysis

Grant management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a financial analyst to support research programs by collaborating with researchers, grant managers and finance teams to ensure accurate budgeting, reporting and compliance with funding requirements.

You will develop project budgets, track expenditures, forecast needs, prepare reports for grants and agencies, and use financial management systems to analyze data and provide actionable recommendations.