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Clinical Research Accounting Coordinator

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Brookline, MA
This is Part-Time; 24 hours/week role

Under direct supervision of the Senior Clinical Research Accounts Specialist, the Clinical Research Accounting Coordinator is responsible for accounts creation and accounts receivable of financial transactions generated from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Clinical Research activity. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher -level staff. In the absence of a Senior Clinical Research Accounts Specialist this position is under direct supervision of the Clinical Research Accounting Manager.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

  • Submits study financial account creation requests for each new Clinical Research contract budget in a timely manner, as necessary.
  • Maintains master list of study account numbers with applicable study IRB numbers for tracking and reporting purpose.
  • Maintains an updated list of payment contacts for all studies and funding sources, as applicable.
  • Monitors study payment activity and consistently pursues collections from extramural research sponsors and funding sources on all open accounts receivables to ensure timely payments.
  • Tracks, documents, and reports payment collection follow up with study funding sources while maintaining accurate and organized accounts receivable files.
  • Organizes and maintains the Clinical Research Accounting central e-mailbox; Responds to study accounts receivable and payment status inquiries via e-mail communications.
  • Receives Clinical Research checks and wire payments; identifies and enters payments received to the correct study record in the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS); Stores copies of all payments received for financial reconciliation purpose; submits payments to Finance for study account deposit.
  • Prepares accounts receivable and other financial reports, forecasts, and analyses, as instructed.
  • Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher level Clinical Research Accounting team members; escalates invoice revision and justification requests to the applicable Clinical Research Accounting Specialist.
  • High school diploma required
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
  • MCA Certification within 1-year of hire
  • No experience required
  • Working knowledge of the clinical trials lifecycle preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Good listening skills.
  • Ability to perform basic math and accounting skills
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret financial data accurately
  • Beginning to working knowledge of basic, financial, tax and accounting principles
  • Good customer orientation skills

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

$24.42-28.56/hr

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

EEOC Poster
Posted 2025-12-06

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