Sr Research Accountant

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. 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. Familiarity with the laws and regulations that apply to research accounting functions are required to ensure compliance. Possesses knowledge of Medical Center general financial accounting systems. Job Description: Primary Duties and Responsibilities : 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. Works at the senior level is more complex in ways such as problem solving for which no clear precedent exists or highly specialized analysis where the overall impact is higher than average. May provide highly specialized reports or analysis utilizing advanced knowledge and proficiency. 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. Works with a variety of intra and inter-departmental contacts to follow-up on issues and resolve problems. Keeps abreast of laws and regulations that apply to the research community and/or field of professional expertise. May participate in the ongoing design of systems and computer applications that support the research community. May research and evaluate new or changed accounting principles and practices that impact research finance and compliance. 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. Other special projects as assigned from time to time by the Director or Associate Director.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
3-5 years of related experience required.
Qualitative and quantitative skills normally acquired through Accounting or Finance related degree.
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles guiding the research community; knowledge of federal grants and regulations typically acquired with 3-5 years of related experience.
Proficiency with computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases and word processing
Ability to exercise sound judgement, present data in a thoughtful, concise manner and communicate effectively with a wide variety of customers, internally and externally.
Must be able to work independently as well as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Must be able to manage and prioritize own workload, meat deadlines and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
Demonstrates strong understanding of policy and practice governing research compliance within a large institution.
Is typically recognized as an organizational-wide resource and expert in own discipline.

Responsibilities

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.
Works at the senior level is more complex in ways such as problem solving for which no clear precedent exists or highly specialized analysis where the overall impact is higher than average.
May provide highly specialized reports or analysis utilizing advanced knowledge and proficiency.
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.
Works with a variety of intra and inter-departmental contacts to follow-up on issues and resolve problems.
Keeps abreast of laws and regulations that apply to the research community and/or field of professional expertise.
May participate in the ongoing design of systems and computer applications that support the research community.
May research and evaluate new or changed accounting principles and practices that impact research finance and compliance.
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.
Other special projects as assigned from time to time by the Director or Associate Director.