Sr. Clinical Research Finance Analyst

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The CFCCC is a campus‑wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer‑relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine. The CFCCC provides research resources to its ~195 members engaged in research and offers multidisciplinary cancer care to its patients.

The Stern Center within the CFCCC provides centralized services for protocol review, regulatory work, study management, coordination with internal and external partners on financial terms and arrangements, and oversees accounts receivable, financial projections and reporting on clinical studies.

The CFCCC Stern Center manages approximately 300+ active, or in‑development, clinical trials. With this large and dynamic clinical trial portfolio, the CFCCC consistently maintains accounts receivable totaling >$8M for work performed and costs incurred.

Responsible for clinical research financial administration. The principal role is to manage the full life‑cycle of clinical trial contracts and finance in the pre‑ and post‑award setting. Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced financial service professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures. Resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

The incumbent is responsible for interfacing directly in a professional manner with CFCCC business partners in the pharmaceutical, medical device and clinical research organization (CRO) industries to administer the accounts receivable for a large clinical trial portfolio under the management of the CFCCC Stern Center for Cancer Clinical Trials and Research. This individual must think critically, analyze highly complex documents such as medical records, clinical trial agreements (CTAs) and clinical trial protocols in order to resolve and respond to inquiries and requests for additional information.

Must accurately maintain clinical trial financial statements and invoice logs; and provide financial data and reports on a routine and ad‑hoc basis.

• Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems.
• Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi‑task in a high volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment and decision making; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff.
• Experience with clinical trial agreements and clinical research billing principles.
• Demonstrated understanding of the content and structure of a clinical protocol.
• Demonstrated understanding of the protocol review and implementation process.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate the prompt…