Manager, Research Finance

Overview:

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The Manager, Research Finance manages the development of clinical trial budgets for the Clinical Cancer Research Department and overall financial management oversight of adult oncology clinical trial expenses. Manages the daily operations of the support services team including but not limited to clinical trial initial protocol submissions, internal audit and regulatory teams.

Responsibilities:

A day in the life of a Manager, Research Finance at Hackensack Meridian Healthincludes:

• Develops and negotiates all adult oncology (industry/pharmaceutical, co-operative groups & investigator-initiated) clinical trial budgets:
  • Collaborates with Principal Investigators, Administrative Director, Finance Liaison, Pharmacy, section Department Administration, Laboratory and other required personnel to review feasibility of Sponsor proposed budgets.
  • Conducts thorough cost-analysis of clinical trial budgets to ensure all study related costs are captured.
  • Prepares distribution/allocation of funding for various participating departments and principal investigators.
  • Oversees Medicare Coverage Analysis.
• Reconciles patient accounts with the Department of Finance.
  • Attends HackensackUMC financial meetings on behalf of Clinical Cancer Research Department.
  • Establishes measures to maintain quality and control for patient billing.
• Manages Billing & Collection, Initial Protocol Submission, Internal Auditors and Regulatory Staff.
• Develops Billing, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance SOPs for the Clinical Cancer Research Department.
• Develops financial reports for HackensackUMC and Physician Private Practice.
• Trains Clinical Cancer Research Department and other applicable staff for billing processes.
• Balances Clinical Cancer Research Department`s monthly responsibility summaries to ensure department revenue and expenses are aligned with yearly cost projections and budget.
• Assists Director with the development of annual department budget.
• Works on special projects for Clinical Cancer Research Department:
  • Implementation of VELOS eResearch application including financial functions.
  • Profile new research studies in electronic data systems. Employ electronic data system to track and manage research expenses.
  • Consultation on the implementation of EPIC Beacon & EPIC Financial applications.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor Degree in a related field.
• 5 years of clinical research finance experience.
• Advanced computer skills in platforms such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, Google, etc.
• Billing database systems skills.
• Experience with CPT coding standards.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze budgetary line items for compliance with budget guidelines.
• Ability to prepare research reports and proposals.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgements.
• Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in an area of expertise.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Oncology Experience Preferred.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!   

Starting Minimum Rate: Minimum rate of $156,062.40 Annually Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.