Senior Financial Analyst I (Grants & Contracts)

Responsibilities

• Provide post-award administration and financial support for assigned clinical trials, grants, and contracts.
• Monitor incoming revenue, manage cash receipts, and coordinate with internal and external entities to ensure timely payment posting.
• Perform quantitative and financial analysis using Oracle and complex spreadsheets to provide project insights.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis, budget and forecast projections, and prepare comprehensive P&L statements.
• Ensure accurate posting of journal entries to sub-ledgers and general ledgers across all funding sources.
• Collaborate with Research Financial Services (RFS) to reconcile billings for sponsored programs.
• Review and approve Marketplace requisitions and reconcile Purchase Orders for clinical research services.
• Monitor project account balances to manage grant and contract awards and prevent deficits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of related experience in a basic research environment within a healthcare or academic organization.
• Strong financial experience managing industry-sponsored and non-industry sponsored clinical trials.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including V-Lookups, Pivot Tables, and chart development).
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting concepts, including journal entries and financial statement reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a non-profit or higher education medical center.
• Proficiency with OnCore® CTMS.
• Knowledge of CPT coding and EPIC research billing.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits.
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs.

About the Company

Rutgers Cancer Institute is dedicated to advancing cancer-focused research worldwide and reducing the burden of cancer. Through scientific discovery, innovation in treatment, and compassionate patient care, we strive to achieve cancer health equity and support our diverse communities.