The Sr. Financial Analyst, Research applies the principles of research accounting within assigned areas of accountability. Compiles financial information, processes journal entries, opens and closes accounts, reconciles reports and financial data.
Requirements
- Compiles financial information and assists in the preparation and explanation of reports from Workday.
- Uses various software applications such as spreadsheets, statistical packages and graphics to assemble and format data in a user-friendly manner.
- Develops financial reports and prepares communication that provides in-depth analysis, trend information and forecasts future outcomes or options.
- Interprets financial results for users who must make sound business or compliance decisions based on recommendations.
- Works independently under broad direction and may provide work direction and/or supervision to Financial Analyst level role.
- Manages a variety of operational activities that support the proper and timely administration of information and charges to appropriate accounts.
- Works closely with Research Administrators to open and close accounts, processing cost transfers, managing encumbrances and supporting the Time and Effort reporting.
- May provide highly specialized reports or analysis utilizing advanced knowledge and proficiency.
- Prepares billing analysis for externally funded programs in a timely manner.
- May design, lead or conduct training initiatives for other staff.
- Initiates or works with other Finance staff to process journal entries to various accounts.
- Provides information to Chiefs, Principal Investigators, other faculty, Research Administrative Director and Research Administrators and external parties as appropriate with respect to status of accounts.
- Creates strong working relationships with other departments such as Development, Sponsored Programs Office, and Compliance Office to resolve issues, meet established criteria and meet deadlines.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Other benefits as listed on the Beth Israel Lahey Health website
