Accountant Ii Jobs

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking an Accountant II to join their Medicine Research Unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing industry clinical trials pre- and post-award management, reporting and analyses of all industry clinical research funds, as well as financial administration to assist the unit.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a background in clinical research administration and has outstanding computer skills; has research management software experience (OnCore, Workday), excellent organizational skills; strong analytical skills with high attention to detail; excellent communication skills.

• Compiles and organizes data for use in budget forecasts and development. Advises and consults with management concerning the accounting and financial implications of existing and projected department activities.
• Monitors and reviews research financial data for accuracy and timeliness. Identifies and corrects errors. Assists in problem resolution and makes decisions within established authority level. Ensures adherence to internal operating policies and procedures and external guidelines and regulations. Oversees the financial records for the clinical research for the department by utilizing OnCore, Workday, and other research management and compliance applications. Provides regular analysis of different segments of clinical research balances/operational statements in accordance with approved budget and current operational situation to facilitate research planning and decision making.
• Conducts internal reviews to ensure adherence to university policies and agency regulations. Examines and evaluates current methods and procedures for adequacy of controls. Recommends and assists in the implementation of improvements or change.
• Reconciles cost center balances and coordinates with Principal Investigators/research teams/Clinical Trial Office/other Departments based on completed patient visits and contract payments to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely account closure. Reviews, analyzes and provides recommendations and guidance for sponsored clinical research MCA/budget according to research protocol medical procedures, applicable site costs, and knowledge of compliance/medical and research billing/ MCA/CPT Codes/etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• May act as a lead to other accountants and/or student workers with work assignments, problem resolution and/or with special projects.
• Manages the accounting records for the department’s industry clinical trials. Applies accepted accounting principles to design and produce regular reports and statements and analyze for accuracy, problems and trends and makes recommendations. Documents findings and recommendations for consideration by manager.
• Serves as the central resource for the department’s research community to provide expertise and guidance on trial administration process, systems (OnCore, iSTAR, Workday, etc.), and problem solving.
• Advises on unit-specific policies and procedures and provides interpretation for non-routine situations. Designs and implements methods and SOPs and develops mechanisms/templates to assist in reporting and analysis. Monitors internal financial operations and evaluates procedures and controls for adequacy. Work with the management to make recommendations to improve efficiency and streamline internal process.
• Collaborates with Clinical Trial Office, research teams and other departments to execute clinical trial budgets, deal with budget and medical billing issues, and manage fiscal operations to ensure institutional policies and procedures are followed. Reports any uncertainties/issues/updates to management, obtain approval for research budgets and before distributing any reports.

This position will be Non-exempt and Fully Remote.

The hourly rate range for this position is $39.18 to $43.00

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Experience: 5 years of experience with industry clinical trials

Preferred Field of Expertise: Accounting/Budgeting of industry clinical trials

Percentage of Time: 100%

Fixed Term? No

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 3 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Sound knowledge of accounting principles/practices and auditing procedure/techniques. General knowledge of fund accounting. Understanding of automated accounting systems and computer operations. Has obtained at least one earned certification: CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, etc. except for Department of Public Safety Clery positions handling auditing functions and procedures.