Senior Research Financial Analyst
At a glance
Senior FP&A role at Baystate Health Baystate Health (BH). Springfield · full-time · $77,064–$92,040 base.
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What you'll do
- Keep sponsored research finances accurate and compliant, coordinating with investigators, finance teams and compliance partners
- Prepare ledger entries, reconcile accounts and compare actual spending with budgets
- Coordinate award documentation with Sponsored Programs Administration, then handle billing and collections
- Build financial reports and dashboards, contribute to deficit reviews, and help leaders make decisions
- Process budget changes and closeouts on sponsor timelines, while guiding staff on reporting and financial systems
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline
- One to three years in research finance, grants administration or financial operations
- Working knowledge of accounting, sponsored-program rules and compliance, plus advanced Lawson, Excel and reporting skills
- Experience using web-based systems and Microsoft Office
Who this fits
This role suits someone with research finance or grants experience who can interpret detailed financial data and support sponsored-program compliance. It is a full-time remote opportunity, limited to residents of the listed approved states.
From the employer
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Research Financial Analyst to support system-wide research financial operations.
This role is ideal for professionals with experience in sponsored programs, research finance, or grants management who are passionate about ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and operational excellence across a complex research portfolio.
SCHEDULE:
- Full-time
LOCATION:
- Fully remote work opportunity in the following approved states: CT, FL, MD, NH, NC, OH, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, & VA
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Director of Research Operations, you will play a key role in supporting Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) financial activities while partnering closely with investigators, finance teams, and compliance stakeholders.
- Support financial management of sponsored research programs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
- Prepare and analyze general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and budget-to-actual reports
- Assist with award setup in financial systems by coordinating documentation and collaborating with SPA
- Manage invoicing and accounts receivable (A/R) to ensure accurate billing and timely collections
- Develop and format financial reports and dashboards for internal leadership review
- Contribute to bi-monthly deficit reporting and support leadership decision-making
- Process journal entries, budget adjustments, and activity closeouts in alignment with sponsor timelines
- Maintain knowledge of sponsor regulations and institutional policies to minimize compliance risk
- Provide guidance and training to staff on financial reporting and systems
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field, required
- 1-3 years of experience in research finance, grants management, or financial operations, required
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based application and Microsoft Office, required
- Experience working with sponsored programs or central research offices, preferred
- Experience in accounting or financial operations, preferred
- Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of accounting principles, sponsored program regulations, and compliance requirements
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Lawson financial systems, Excel, and reporting tools.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
Education:
Bachelors Degree (Required)Certifications:
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$77,064.00 - $92,040.00 - $112,923.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.