The Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery are seeking applicants for the position of Clinical Trials Accountant (Accountant 2) to join our research finance team. Neurology has been a center of excellence for more than four decades and includes over 140 faculty members with primary academic appointments in the department at our four outstanding teaching hospitals and health care systems. Neurosurgery is comprised of 60 neurosurgeons and research faculty and is consistently ranked among the best centers in the nation for neurosurgery.
We are actively seeking a highly motivated Accountant 2 to join the clinical trials finance team. Our departments have seen dramatic growth in clinical trial awards in the past few years, so we are seeking a candidate with the ability to multi-task and be extremely detail oriented, self-motivated and a team player. S/he must also have excellent communication skills that allow high level interactions with a diverse academic and medical community.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Good knowledge of contract and grant procedures and ability to apply accounting practices.
- Good accounting concepts and analysis of accounting transactions.
- Thorough understanding of key attributes in Oracle or similar Accounting System and its impact on reporting, billing, receivables and recovering costs.
- Knowledge of Stanford research administration processes particularly post award research administration.
- Experienced with OMB Uniform Guidance and Circulars A-21, A-110, A-133, Cost Accounting Standard (CAS), GAAP.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel.
- Experienced with Oracle and CRISP Stanford systems.
- Ability to independently diagnose and solve problems using sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Skilled to independently analyze accounting transactions and ability to reconcile financial information.
- Strong customer service skills. Working collaboratively with different process partners.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Bachelor's degree plus four years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
- Intermediate proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with accounting systems and the internet; computer literacy.
- Understanding of and ability to apply accounting skills and concepts.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal audiences and client groups.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to contribute as part of a project team.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently sit, sort, file paperwork or parts, grasp lightly, and use fine manipulation, lift, carry, push and pull objects that weigh 10 pounds or less.
- Occasionally write by hand, twist, bend, stoop and squat.
- Rarely stand, walk, reach or work above shoulders and use a telephone.
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
