Clinical Trials Accountant
Location: Stanford, CA, United States · Reference: 108371
The Department of Neurology is seeking applicants for the position of Clinical
Trials Accountant (Accountant 2) to join our research finance team.
Neurology has been a center of excellence for more than four decades and
includes over 140 faculty members with primary academic appointments in the
department at our four outstanding teaching hospitals and health care systems.
We are actively seeking a highly motivated Accountant 2 to join the clinical
trials finance team. Our department has seen dramatic growth in clinical trial
awards in the past few years, so we are seeking a candidate with the ability
to multi-task and be extremely detail oriented, self-motivated and a team
player. S/he must also have excellent communication skills that allow high
level interactions with a diverse academic and medical community.
Duties include:
Analyze accounting transactions and information to summarize current
financial position at the unit or organization-wide level. Construct and
assemble data for decision making; develop conclusions, and present high
level summary of recommendations.
Capture, track, and report revenue and expenses; determine appropriate
procedures for accounting record preparation, research of transactions and
reporting. Oversee, reconcile, and resolve problems relative to
complicated accounts.
Collect data and perform research on details of transactions. Generate,
review, analyze and communicate financial data that reflects actual
financial performance against approved budgets. Prepare and present
quantitative and qualitative analyses focusing on variances from budget
and prior data.
Maintain and review accounting process controls; recommend and implement
any approved modifications; perform preliminary analysis and recommend
solutions. Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process
documentation for area of responsibility.
Run and analyze financial reports, often from multiple systems; prepare
management information reports.
Execute internal control programs established by management, research new
regulations, and recommend and implement approved changes. May manage
compliance program for area of responsibility, and create complex
compliance reports.
Contribute to unit and organization strategy; assist in the development of
change management plans and materials as needed. Participate as a member
of a project team; support new initiatives. Make decisions determining
approach to managing and completing processes.
Participate in critical analysis of existing systems and processes, and
identify opportunities for process improvement. Define requirements,
develop and implement complex test cases, perform system testing and
analyze results.
Serve as a resource to local units and other departments to resolve
accounting-related issues.
May act as a lead, train, coach, and review the work of other staff, as
needed. Contribute primarily through applying individual expertise.
- Other duties may also be assigned
Qualifications:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Good knowledge of contract and grant procedures and ability to apply
accounting practices.
Good accounting concepts and analysis of accounting transactions.
Thorough understanding of key attributes in Oracle or similar Accounting
System and its impact on reporting, billing, receivables and recovering
costs.
Knowledge of Stanford research administration processes particularly post
award research administration.
Experienced with OMB Uniform Guidance and Circulars A-21, A-110, A-133,
Cost Accounting Standard (CAS), GAAP.
Strong working knowledge of Excel.
Experienced with Oracle and CRISP Stanford systems.
Ability to independently diagnose and solve problems using sound judgment
and decision-making abilities.
Skilled to independently analyze accounting transactions and ability to
reconcile financial information.
Strong customer service skills. Working collaboratively with different
process partners.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor's degree plus four years of applicable experience, or combination of
education and relevant work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
Intermediate proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft
Office; intermediate Excel skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with accounting systems and the
internet; computer literacy.
Understanding of and ability to apply accounting skills and concepts.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to clearly and
effectively communicate information to internal audiences and client
groups.
Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute as part
of a project team.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
Frequently sit, sort, file paperwork or parts, grasp lightly, and use fine
manipulation, lift, carry, push and pull objects that weigh 10 pounds or
less.
Occasionally write by hand, twist, bend, stoop and squat.
Rarely stand, walk, reach or work above shoulders and use a telephone.
- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will
provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who
requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford
colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal
responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses
and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies
and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and
other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,
https:// adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $110,307.00 to $128,905.00 per
annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate
of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a
position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined
based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities
of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental
budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market
pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the
comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website
(https: // cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides
detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards
offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position
may be discussed during the hiring process.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide
reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human
Resources by submitting a contact form .
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in
this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs
without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of
responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
