Performs work in accounting, auditing, and administrative functionsEnsures that accounting transactions, audits, financial reporting, and related financial activities meet or exceed generally accepted accounting principles and procedures and supervises the work of less experienced professional and technical personnelOperation of computers and use of associated software applications in performance of job dutiesMonitor grant applications, expenditures, and interpretations

In consultation with Director, Clinical Project Management & Site Budget/Payment Services or Clinical Project Managers, assists in preparation of overall site budget templates and payment schedules for awarded global trialsSupport or Manage budget review and negotiation during site start-up for assigned trialsSupport or Manage budget review and re-negotiation for trial changes and protocol amendmentsCollaborate with Clinical Systems to set up and manage the site payment process in the appropriate system (e.g., Medidata CTMS)Oversee study-level and site-level payments to ensure accuracy and timelinessReview and verify applicable data reports for processing of trial subject milestone payments, per scope and contractual agreementsManage the receipt, review, and processing of site and vendor invoicesPrepare all payment requests and collaborate with CTI Finance to ensure timely site payment and that appropriate payment information is received by sitesTrack and/or communicate with trial sites regarding site budget negotiation, invoice corrections/clarifications, and status of site paymentsTrack and/or communicate with trial Sponsors regarding budget and payment parameters, status of site negotiations and communications, pass-through costs, and addresses any Sponsor site budget or site payment-related inquiriesPrepare reports for Finance Department about payments, outstanding invoices, or forecasts for sites paymentsCollaborate with Finance to address any Sponsor inquiries related to Sunshine Act reporting or the provision of additional financial projectionsProvide support to other CTI associates engaged in budget negotiation and/or site payment related activities