Financial Analyst

Aston Carter • Boston, MA

3d • $55 - $65 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst III, Clinical Research provides advanced financial and budgeting support for clinical research studies. This Senior-level role leads study budget development, evaluates financial feasibility, negotiates budgets with industry sponsors, and ensures compliance with Medicare and institutional regulations. The analyst serves as a subject-matter expert for research finance, resolves complex budget and billing issues, supports reporting and leadership presentations, and mentors junior team members within the clinical research finance group.

Requirements

• Advanced financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting experience
• Strong clinical research finance background
• Expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Smartsheet
• Strong understanding of Medicare and institutional billing compliance
• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to leadership
• Proven ability to work independently at a Senior/expert level

Responsibilities

• Lead development and oversight of clinical research study budgets
• Evaluate financial feasibility of proposed clinical trials
• Negotiate budgets with industry sponsors and external partners
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, institutional, and regulatory requirements
• Resolve complex billing, budgeting, and financial compliance issues
• Provide financial reporting and analysis for leadership and key stakeholders
• Support presentations and internal financial reviews
• Serve as a Senior resource for research finance questions and best practices
• Mentor and guide junior financial analysts

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed