Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel, MS Access, Hyperion, and institutional financial systems used for budgeting, analysis, and reporting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial management, and data analysis in a healthcare or research setting.
Thorough working knowledge of institutional and state guidelines related to purchasing, check requests, petty cash, and travel.
Working knowledge of mainframe access programs and related systems used to monitor cost center or company center activities.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clinical staff, sponsors, and co-workers.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis, documentation, and data entry.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple budgets, timelines, and priorities simultaneously.
Ability to use personal computers with standard word processing software, spreadsheets, and programs for database and graphics usage.
Capability to master new software and systems by leveraging available resources such as colleagues, manuals, and training classes.
Ability to maintain a satisfactory work environment through effective organization of files, records, and documentation.
Physical ability to perform tasks that may require bending, stooping, reaching, manual handling, walking, visual inspection, extended standing, sitting, repetitive motions, and lifting up to 15 pounds.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, facsimile machines, calculators, printers, photocopy machines, and multi-line telephone sets.
Clear and understandable verbal communication in face-to-face encounters and by telephone.
Demonstrated analytical thinking skills, including the ability to gather information systematically, break down problems into simple components, and support sound decisions.
Ability to build and maintain relationships, initiate and develop networks, and show sincere interest in others and their concerns.
Innovative thinking skills, including approaching problems with curiosity and open-mindedness and offering new ideas, solutions, and options.
Knowledge of oncology clinical research budgeting, including clinical research budgets, industry trials, and budget development and negotiation activities.
Experience working with study teams to review protocol documents and communicating with sponsors to finalize study budgets and payment terms.
Familiarity with OnCore or similar clinical trials management systems used to support financial and operational workflows.