Financial & Operations Analyst

START Center for Cancer Research • San Antonio, TX

11h

About The Position

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering access to cutting edge trials throughout the US and Europe. Today, with over 1,300 studies completed, and with research facilities in the United States and in Spain, Portugal, and Ireland, START’s mission is to accelerate the development of new anticancer drugs that will improve the quality of life and survival for patients with cancer and lead to its eventual cure. To date, over 43 therapies conducted at START locations have obtained FDA/EMA approval. Incredibly, while Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) conduct 80% of cancer trials, such trials reach only 20% of the patient population – leaving the majority of patients who are treated in community practices and hospitals without access to a clinical trial when their care journey calls for one. START serves the many – by bringing cancer trials to physicians and their patients in community hospitals and practices when hope is needed most. START represents the world’s largest roster of Principal Investigators (PIs) across its eight clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world. As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda – the most effective cancer drug in medical history. We are hiring a motivated Financial & Operations Analyst who will report to the Director, Finance – Operations and play a critical role in strengthening the partnership between Finance and Operations. This role will provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights that support operational efficiency, profitability, and strategic decision ‑ making across START’s clinic network and joint ventures. The position supports both recurring operational reporting and higher-level strategic analysis during periods of rapid growth and expansion. will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, and payments to vendors. This position will manage and develop a team of two AP Specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 2–5 years of financial analysis, operations analysis, or related analytical experience.
• Advanced Excel skills; strong proficiency in data modeling and scenario-based analysis.
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI strongly preferred).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare, clinical research, or multi-site operational environments.
• Familiarity with ERP or planning tools (NetSuite, Adaptive Planning).
• Ability to automate repetitive reporting processes.
• Comfort interacting with senior leadership and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Capacity Modeling & Operational Analytics · Distribute monthly reports highlighting group and individual efficiency, along with variance to benchmark performance.
• Maintain and continuously improve capacity models across US, EU, Late Phase, Pediatrics, and Central Operations.
• Advance current models toward greater automation, standardization, and frequency.
• Analyze clinic throughput, site‑level performance, and operational bottlenecks to identify improvement opportunities.
• Business Reviews & Operational Visibility · Prepare monthly and quarterly business review materials for clinics, departments, and sponsor‑facing teams (Regulatory, Study Start‑Up, Procurement, etc.).
• Prepare analytical packages to support leadership decision‑making on investments, new sites, resource allocation, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Joint Venture (JV) Support & Financial Reporting · Prepare monthly and quarterly JV reporting packages, including high‑level metrics, financial statements, and variance analyses.
• Support JV meetings by ensuring materials are complete, accurate, and delivered on time; attend or run meetings as needed.
• Respond to partner and internal stakeholder requests for financial data, insights, and analysis.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration · Serve as a bridge between Finance and Operations, ensuring shared understanding of financial drivers, constraints, and opportunities.
• Partner with clinic and departmental leaders to identify risks, trends, and areas requiring deeper review.
• Support development, enhancement, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards used across Finance and Operations.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided
• Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level