Research Financial Analyst II

Hackensack Meridian Health
Edison, NJ
Description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Research Financial Analyst II is responsible for providing support in the preparation of all financial aspects of grant and clinical trial reporting which include, preparation of budgets for grant / clinical trial applications, general ledger grant/clinical trial revenue and expense analysis, submission of monthly, quarterly, and/or annual grant/clinical trial expense reports, working with auditors during the year end Uniform Guidance audit and other requirements as outlined in detail below.

Responsibilties

A day in the life of a Research Financial Analyst II at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

  • Handles all financial responsibilities relating to Research Grant Administration (pre and post-award).
  • Prepares financial grant reports and invoices for public and private grant programs and clinical trials, if applicable, for internal review and submission to public and private agencies as required.
  • Ensures that appropriate receipt of funds specific to each grant/clinical trial are collected and open receivables are managed properly.
  • Records, on a monthly basis, all research and grant revenue and expenditures. Analyzes each clinical trial fund and each Federal/State/Private Foundation grant to supporting documentation.
  • Prepares other financial reports as required, including financial reports to Principal Investigators.
  • Analyzes trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
  • Ensures that monthly Time & Effort sheets are submitted from Program Managers through PeopleSoft Time and Labor and reconciles to actual grant reporting.
  • Maintains database of all capital purchases funded with Federal/State grant monies and communicates this information to Accounting Team to ensure items are included in the PeopleSoft Asset Management System.
  • Coordinates Physical Inventory of Federal/State grant related capital assets per internal policies.
  • Works with Research Administration, Principal Investigators, and others to ensure that departmental budgets are completed properly each year.
  • Prepares Research Division Financial Statements for review by Manager and distribution to Network Leadership monthly.
  • Reviews and provides status updates of specific grants and/or clinical trials with Research Administration, Principal Investigators and others as necessary.
  • Participates in and provides documentation to external auditors for annual Uniform Guidance Audit (also known as the A-133 Audit) of Federal and State Grant Expenditures for the Network. This includes: preparation of the Schedule of Federal and State Awards (i.e. SEFA, SESA), Data Collection Form and other schedules as necessary to complete the audit. Assists in the preparation of and adherence to policies specific to Federal, State, and Private Foundation grants as well as clinical trials.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting or in a related area.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.

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

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.

Job Duties

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.Starting at $95,555.20 Annually
Posted 2025-09-06

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