Senior Research Finance Manager Basic Science Research Team Lead Bwh Neurology

DescriptionProvide higher level financial support to the Director of Finance and Facility Operations and staff of Neurology Research. Serve as Team Lead of clinical Research Finance and administration activities. Position demands a high level of responsibility with minimal supervision, extensive communication skills, and excellent prioritization and customer service skills.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:NEUROLOGY RESEARCH FINANCE TEAM LEAD [15%]Support Director in monitoring ~500+ research accounts within Neurology Provide pro-active management of accounts to prevent deficits, salary controls escalation, timely set-up and closeout and compliance with institutional and sponsor policies and procedures.Provide guidance and serve as a resource to the Neurology Basic Science Research Finance team as needed to execute charges of the financial manager roleEnsure up to date files and all correspondence regarding Investigator's grant proposal budget submissions are stored within serverReview and approve PeopleSoft transactions for BSR teamServe as Level 1 Department Approver for all Insight submissions within BSR chief codesReview/approve pre-90-day closeout plans for BSR teamReview/approve all final invoices and FSRs within BSR prior to sponsor submissionTracking of scientific progress report deadlinesManage invoice and revenue collections of BSR department billable fundsPRE AWARD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT [20%]Interpret and articulate institutional and sponsor research regulations to investigators within portfolioWork with PIs to research and identify new sources of fundingProvide grant assistance in the form of pre-award budget preparation to federal, foundation and industry sponsors within portfolio maintaining a track record of timely submissions of pre-award budget development for applicationsPrepare close out documentation for PI and work with Research Administration to clear up any deficits or transfer off any positive balances. POST AWARD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT [60%]Maintain compliance with Institutional, Federal, Foundation and Industry terms & conditionsRecommend and implement strategies for the resolution of financial overruns within portfolioWork with the Director and PIs within portfolio to prevent, identify and resolve projected overruns and resolving deficits in a timely manner within portfolioEnsure timely close-out of all expired projects within portfolioWork closely with Lab Directors within portfolio and team to ensure accurate monthly projectionsProcess research financial transaction activities (Payroll/Travel/Journal Entries/Check Requests)Work in concert with Research Management, Neurology financial management team and PIs within portfolio to maximize research funding courteously and professionallyAddress fiscal and compliance institutional requirements for investigators and all accounts within portfolio such as Time and Effort, financial status reports, Just-in-Time and other reporting as requested within portfolio and as needed to support team in an oversight capacityResponsible for the successful, compliant and solvent closeout of accounts within portfolio ensuring optimal maximization of research funding for Neurology portfolioMay serve as a Core Business Manager for the Department of Neurology, primarily within ARCND. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to monthly charge reviews, invoicing, JE preparation and submission, quarterly P&L reports, assistance with development and review of any new Core business plans.DEPARTMENTAL and INSTITUTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS [5%]Serve as liaison between PIs and Research Management/Finance/PCTO/Innovation/Compliance offices to ensure proper grant management.Provide management with suggestions/best practices/information to improve efficiency of department procedures and responsibilities based on experience.Participate in internal and external workgroups as assigned to improve research management systems and SOPs.Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.QualificationsBachelor's degree in business, finance or related field requiredHighly proficient in Excel spreadsheets and formulas as well as proficient in Macintosh/PC hardware and office software environments Working knowledge of NIH/DoD/NASA grant and accounting policiesAbility to quickly familiarize self with new sponsor terms for immediate application Accounting background preferredSKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:Required proficiency with Mac and Windows office environments and ability to learn new systems quickly and easily. Must have intermediate level skills for commonly used computer programs, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database programs, Adobe Acrobat. Superior quantitative abilities.Strong work ethic and high personal standards.Highly efficient, excellent organization, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to set priorities, coordinate multiple tasks, follow through and meet deadlines independentlyMature and professional manner, discretion and confidentialityCooperative attitude, willingness to be proactive, take initiative and go the extra mileAbility to carry out responsibilities accurately, independently and detailed with minimal supervisionGood business writing skills, knowledge and application of correct grammar, spelling and punctuationWORKING CONDITIONS:Variable workload in fast-paced environment may cause frequent interruptions and the need to shift from task to task prior to completion. Often work under time pressures and tight deadlines. Work will be conducted in offices adjacent to research laboratories. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:Senior Research Finance Manager will support the Director of Finance and Facility Operations in management of a $50-60M annual operating budget. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:6Job Field: Finance/AccountingOrganization: Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)Schedule: Full-timeShift: Day JobEmployee Status: Regular