Job Description

Join Our Team

We are looking for a dedicated and analytical Financial Analyst, Research to join our team. This position will focus on supporting research initiatives, financial planning, and performance reporting while ensuring all work aligns with Deaconess Health System's mission and values.

Benefits

We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

• Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night

• Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Payactiv – earned wage benefit – work today, get paid tomorrow

• Free access to Midtown fitness center

• Career advancement opportunities

As a Financial Research Analyst, you will support research initiatives and financial planning within the organization, ensuring the accurate management and tracking of funding and expenditures. This position involves reporting on key performance metrics, helping to optimize the allocation of financial resources for various research projects.

What You Will Do

• Provide financial analysis and reports to support research project teams.

• Analyze funding and expenditure patterns and provide recommendations for improving financial efficiency.

• Work closely with research leadership and other stakeholders to track progress against budget and funding milestones.

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and project documentation.

• Ensure compliance with funding regulations and internal policies.

• Collaborate with internal departments, such as HR and Finance, to support overall operational goals.

• Identify trends in financial performance and recommend corrective actions.

What You Will Need

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field – Required

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant financial analysis or accounting experience, ideally within a research or healthcare environment – Required

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting.

• Experience with financial reporting software and systems.

• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.

• Knowledge of healthcare finance and research funding structures is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or related certifications preferred.

Keywords

Financial Analyst, Research, Healthcare Finance, Budget Analysis, Financial Reporting, Research Funding, Accounting, Financial Planning, Performance Metrics, Funding Compliance, Excel Analysis, Research Project Support.