Financial Analyst (Research Effort Support) – REMOTE

Organization

Finance – Payroll Accounting Support

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for reviewing and entering Payroll Costing Allocations and Payroll Accounting Adjustments for changes identified during effort review. This role works closely with the OSP Financial Management team to ensure the accuracy of reported effort and compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter Payroll Costing Allocations and Payroll Accounting Adjustments centrally for changes in effort as needed.
• Review charged effort for accuracy.
• Verify that reported effort complies with federal regulations and institutional policies.
• Analyze future effort allocations and communicate potential need for changes.
• Collaborate with OSP Financial Management team to ensure institutional effort compliance.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position; additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities

• Project Management (Intermediate): Planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.
• Problem Solving (Intermediate): Uses critical thinking and process improvement to coach and mentor development of problem statements, describe current state, identify root causes, create future states, and develop solutions with a sustainability plan. Applies appropriate tools to address issues.
• Financial Analysis (Intermediate): Evaluates businesses, projects, and budgets to determine performance, stability, and profitability.
• Written Communication (Intermediate): Writes clear, detailed, and comprehensive status reports, memos, and documentation. Understands effective composition, such as having the subject stated in the first line of a paragraph.
• Communication of Results (Intermediate): Communicates results and recommendations to customers concisely and non‑technical. Clearly states implications and next steps. Presents analysis, ideas, and findings using appropriate data visualization tools such as Word, Excel, Tableau, and PowerPoint.

Core Accountabilities

Organizational Impact: Executes responsibilities with an understanding of how outputs affect related areas. Problem Solving/Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Demonstrates expanded knowledge through experience. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to teammates.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others, builds and maintains relationships, and communicates effectively across audiences.

Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion, solves complex problems, and offers meaningful advice and support.

Ensuring High Quality: Performs excellent work, ensures continuous improvement, and fulfills safety and regulatory requirements.

Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability, stewards resources, and makes data‑driven decisions.

Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas, applies technology, and adapts to change.

Position Qualifications

Experience Level: 3 years

Education: Bachelor’s

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings to enhance well‑being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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