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Department:

RI Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA)

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Grants Administration

Position Title:

Federal Clinical Trial Finance Administrator- Research Administration

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The Federal Clinical Trial Finance Administrator provides a full range of financial support associated with federally-funded clinical studies conducted with or by the University of Kansas Medical Center. Specifically, this position is responsible for various financial functions, including account formation, accounting, expense allowability billing and collections, and close-out. The position provides support for financial functions for study teams throughout campus.

Job Description:

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Initiate project setup and maintenance of clinical trials in the University\'s accounting system to ensure compliance with policies and regulations required by agencies and sponsors.
• Perform comprehensive and independent review of various clinical trial documents such as budgets, contracts, protocols and consent forms for compliance and billing purposes, and review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.
• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and other financial reports to assess accuracy and completeness according to proposed budgets and compliance with contracts with sponsoring entities.
• Review, approve and track direct expenditures to ensure allowability in accordance with contractual terms. Interpret Facilities and Administration (F&A) costs for accurate application.
• Oversee special invoicing of new clinical studies and subject payment process through Greenphire and the Workday financial system. Provide advice on contractual terms or study administration.
• Ensure post-award processes such as budget close-outs are complete and accurate. Work closely with research study teams to conduct on-going post-award budget management and analysis.
• Participate in team(s) involved in the design of general ledger accounting and clinical trial tracking data processing systems.
• Review contracts and agreements to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment in accordance with University policies and general accepted accounting principles.
• Work closely with research study teams to conduct on-going post-award budget management and analysis.
• Prepare invoices as required by the Sponsor and manage the collection process of outstanding receivables. Develop policies and processes to assure that clinical services and procedures are billed appropriately and that collections are performed timely and accurately.
• Assist in the annual financial audit by providing study-related information or documentation when necessary.
• Provide on-going education related to clinical research billing practices and policies, regulations, and compliance matters. Identify appropriate training opportunities for the campus community to improve operational efficiencies.
• Development, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, including VELOS, Greenphire and Workday, making use of current computer technology

Work Environment

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not usually subject the employee to any unpleasant elements.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor\'s degree in a business, accounting, finance, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant ork experience may substitute for degree on a year-for-year basis.

Work Experience: Two years of experience working with clinical trials or sponsored grants.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: MBA

Certifications/Licenses:

• CPA
• CRA
• CFRA

Work Experience:

• Three to five years of experience in managing clinical trial finances.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting
• Experience in supporting an ERP system.
• Possess working knowledge of federal uniform guidance regulations.
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures or similar structure.
• Scientific, nursing or legal background and/or training.
• Ability to analyze and interpret legal contracts/documents.

Skills:

• Computer skills, proficiency with Excel

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.