Financial Analyst - Hybrid - Cancer Center

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center (HCCC) at the University of Iowa is seeking a Financial Analyst to perform complex accounting functions, budgeting, and financial analysis for HCCC Clinical Research Services (CRS) clinical trial operations. The role monitors and reconciles clinical trial accounts, prepares financial reports and invoices, supports budget analysis and contract preparation, and contributes to financial practices and clinical trial billing and budgeting best practices. The position handles a workload that includes monitoring and reconciling 45–50 Single MOG clinical trial accounts and processing 4–8 budget amendments monthly. This is a regular salaried position based in Iowa City and Coralville, Iowa. It is eligible for a hybrid arrangement, with work conducted on campus and remotely within Iowa after a six-month onsite training period. Most work takes place on the University of Iowa/UI Health Care campus. Work arrangements are reviewed annually and must comply with applicable remote-work and employee-travel policies. The Financial Analyst receives administrative and functional supervision from the Financial Analyst Supervisor and may supervise students or other staff as assigned. The position operates Monday through Friday, with hours generally worked between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 1 year of accounting and/or financial experience.
General knowledge of accounting practices.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated, with an interest in continuous learning and taking on challenging projects.
Experience managing complex financial information and strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated proficiency with computer software applications, including Microsoft Excel and databases such as PeopleSoft, Tableau, and Access.

Nice To Haves

Experience with financial contracts.
Experience with University insurance and/or billing processes.
Experience with or knowledge of clinical trials or human subject research.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Experience with University of Iowa accounting financial systems.
Experience preparing and negotiating budgets.
Knowledge of University of Iowa business policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

Monitor and reconcile Single MOG clinical trial account expenditures, investigate irregularities, respond to inquiries about account usage and status, advise on account use, and recommend and implement corrective actions.
Open and close clinical trial accounts.
Analyze and prepare monthly statement reports and maintain database records tracking expenses and revenues.
Assist in developing financial pro formas for financial planning and presentations.
Analyze and audit account statements and reports to verify compliance with funding guidelines.
Maintain account balances and reconcile differences between account balances and external sources.
Respond to financial inquiries from key stakeholders.
Complete routine account reconciliations related to patients on clinical trials.
Prepare and submit invoices for CRS faculty and staff services, monitor outstanding accounts, and perform routine account reporting.
Obtain and enter information, ensure information is current and accurate, prepare reports, and answer questions.
Assist the Research Billing Compliance Office by filtering and assigning patient expenses to insurance or industry sponsors according to budgets, using EPIC, Tableau, and Oncore.
Serve as liaison with the Joint Office of Compliance regarding billing compliance issues.
Monitor and report internal and external payables.
Consult stakeholders and administrators on budget analysis and submissions for externally funded clinical trials.
Analyze clinical trial budget amendments with industry sponsors, consortiums, and cooperative groups.
Liaise with University Counsel, accounting offices, faculty, staff, and industry representatives.
Prepare documentation, submit routing forms, obtain contract approvals, and monitor and follow up as needed.
Participate in assigned workgroups and committees reviewing CRS administrative finances and practices; gather and analyze information, provide recommendations, and implement changes as appropriate.
Participate in internal and external workgroups contributing to clinical trial billing and budgeting best practices.
Participate in training opportunities related to clinical trial billing and budgeting best practices.
May contribute to implementing policies, guidance documents, and standard operating procedures.
May perform external reporting in compliance with reporting standards.
May provide training and functional and/or administrative supervision for staff.