Mass General Brigham

Research Core Finance Specialist

Mass General Brigham$79K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting required; Master's Degree in a related field preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis.
  • Strong understanding of financial principles and budget management.
  • Knowledge of research funding mechanisms and grant management.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial planning and analysis for research projects, including budgets and forecasts.
  • Collaborate with researchers to develop project budgets and grant proposals.
  • Prepare comprehensive financial reports for projects and funding agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with funding agency regulations and institutional policies.
  • Utilize financial management systems to track expenditures and analyze data.
  • Identify potential financial risks in research projects and grants.
  • Provide mentorship to finance staff and junior finance specialists.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including career advancement opportunities.
  • Recognition programs to celebrate employee contributions.
  • Competitive base pay with variations based on experience and education.
  • Additional premiums and bonuses as applicable.
Full Job Description
Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

600 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

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.

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About Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham is an integrated healthcare system that offers patients a continuum of coordinated high-quality care. The system includes primary care and specialty physicians, community hospitals, the two founding academic medical centers, specialty facilities, community health centers, and other health-related entities. Mass General Brigham was founded in 1994 by Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital.

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