Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Research Analyst, you will perform monthly expense analysis for research activity within Cancer Research, developing action plans for identified variances in collaboration with principal investigators and the research management team. In this role, you will also be responsible for budget development and negotiation as a key member of the pre-award team, supporting the preparation and negotiation of budgets for new projects. This position at Cleveland Clinic plays an essential role in advancing the organization's mission, vision, and values by enabling data-driven decision-making, strengthening research initiatives, and ultimately contributing to improved patient care. **A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m.** **_This position is hybrid during the new-hire period and transitions to a mostly remote schedule once fully trained._** **_Caregivers will still be required to come on-site several times each month for various meetings and presentations._** A caregiver who excels in this role will: + Perform monthly research financial oversight and develop action plans for the variances and issues with investigators and research management. + Maintain current knowledge of research, financial policies and applications. + Monitor for compliance with policy. + Report any compliance issues to the research management team. + Provide ad hoc reports, reconcilements and schedule for management. + Responsible for budget development and oversight of research activities. + May negotiate budgets, contracts and business terms with external funding agencies. + Other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field + Five years of experience in Accounting + Practical understanding of accounting and month-end closing cycle + Exceptional experience with financial accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite + Ability to navigate CMS website Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: + Proficient Excel experience + Healthcare finance experience + Scientific or healthcare background (i.e. Billing, clinical trials) + Ability to analyze complex research protocols + Strong analytical skills **Physical Requirements:** + Typical physical demands include a high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a PC. + Normal or corrected vision, extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying of 5 to 15 pounds. **Personal Protective Equipment:** + Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. **Pay Range** Minimum Annual Salary: $57,510.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $87,697.50 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities