Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Job SummaryWe are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Finance Administrative Manager to lead financial and operational oversight for a dynamic research portfolio. This role serves as a key advisor to Principal Investigators (PIs) and leadership, ensuring sound financial management across the full grant lifecycle, from proposal development through post-award administration.
The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of federal and sponsored research funding (e.g., NIH, HMS, USDA, ARPA-H and Foundations), strong leadership capabilities and the ability to drive compliance, efficiency and strategic financial planning.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Pre-Award Leadership
• Partner with PIs to develop competitive grant and contract proposals, including budget development and cost allowability guidance
• Review and coordinate proposal submissions with Research Management and Finance teams
• Analyze award terms and align budgets to support effective financial controls
• Develop tools and processes to streamline proposal and award management
• Advise leadership on funding opportunities, including those with limited indirect cost recovery
Post-Award Financial Management
• Oversee the financial management of research funding portfolios
• Lead grant administration teams in monitoring, reporting, and fund management
• Conduct financial forecasting and variance analyses (deficit/surplus)
• Develop and implement strategies to address financial overruns
• Partner with PIs and administrators to proactively manage and resolve budget risks
Compliance & Operations
• Interpret and ensure adherence to institutional and sponsor regulations
• Provide oversight across all phases of grant and contract administration (federal, industry, foundation, clinical trials)
• Ensure compliance with NIH and federal requirements (e.g., effort reporting, Other Support)
• Train, mentor, and supervise grant administration staff
• Collaborate across academic medical center partners (e.g., MGH, BWH, McLean)
QualificationsEducation:- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field required
- MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Equivalent experience may be considered
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes
Experience:- 5-7 years of grant administration or research finance experience
- 3-5 years of people management experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Strong knowledge of federal research funding regulations and sponsor guidelines
- Proven ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Word)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High level of initiative, discretion, and sound judgment
Additional Job Details (if applicable)Why Join UsThis is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, strengthen research operations and drive compliance across a complex, mission-driven organization. You'll partner closely with researchers and leadership to support innovation and growth in a collaborative academic environment.
Remote TypeOnsite
Work Location185 Cambridge Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$99,465.60 - $144,643.20/Annual
Grade8
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.
