Research Core Finance Specialist

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

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

Responsible for overseeing and managing the financial aspects of research projects and grants by working closely with researchers, grant managers, and finance teams to ensure effective financial planning, analysis, reporting, and compliance with funding regulations to support the success of research programs.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions
-Lead financial planning and analysis for research projects, including budget development, cost projections, and financial forecasting.

-Collaborate with researchers and grant managers to develop project budgets and grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funding agency guidelines and institutional policies.

-Prepare accurate and comprehensive financial reports for research projects, grants, and funding agencies.

-Ensure compliance with funding agency regulations, institutional financial policies, and research ethics guidelines.

-Utilize financial management systems and software to maintain accurate project financial records, track expenditures, and analyze financial data.

-Identify potential financial risks associated with research projects and grants.

-Provide guidance and mentorship to finance staff and junior finance specialists.

 

Education
Bachelor's Degree Finance required or Bachelor's Degree Accounting required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

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

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Financial Analysis Experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and budget management.
- Knowledgeable 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.
- Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial information to various 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.

 

 

Hybrid

 

600 Main Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

 

Grade

7

 

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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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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