Finance Specialist II

Mass General Brigham (Enterprise Services)
United States, Massachusetts, Somerville
399 Revolution Drive (Show on map)
Oct 02, 2025
Responsible for providing financial support and analysis to research projects and initiatives by collaborating with researchers, grant managers, and finance teams to ensure accurate budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with funding regulations to support the successful execution of research programs. Essential Functions -Conduct financial analysis for research projects, including budget development, expenditure tracking, and forecasting. -Collaborate with researchers and grant managers to develop project budgets, ensuring alignment with funding requirements and institutional policies. -Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for research projects, grants, and funding agencies. -Ensure compliance with funding agency regulations, institutional financial policies, and research ethics guidelines. -Assist in financial planning and forecasting for research initiatives. -Utilize financial management systems and software for data entry, analysis, and reporting. -Collaborate with researchers, grant managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination of financial matters. Education Bachelor's Degree required and Master's Degree preferred Experience At least 2-3 years of Financial Analysis experience required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and budget management. Familiarity with research funding mechanisms, grant management, and funding agency regulations. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations. Effective communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial information to various stakeholders. Detail-oriented approach with strong organizational and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with researchers, administrators, and finance teams. Working Conditions This is a remote role that can be done in most US states Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.