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Attain Talent

Manager, Research Finance

$120K - $175K/yr

The Manager of Research Finance will oversee all Office of Research Finance business functions ... direct experience. * Three years' experience in a supervisory role. Preferred * CPA designation.

Attain Talent

OR · On-site

The Manager of Research Finance will oversee all Office of Research Finance business functions ... direct experience. * Three years' experience in a supervisory role. Preferred * CPA designation.

Henry Ford Health System

Oncology - Hematology

Detroit, MI · On-site

$500K - $550K/yr

... Director, Cancer Service Line to join the nationally recognized Henry Ford Cancer Institute in Detroit, Michigan, where the selected leader will drive strategic growth, research innovation, academic ...

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.

$33K - $44K/yr

The Finance intern will support Finance Operations and Financial Planning as needs arise. Located ... in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS ...

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.

$33K - $44K/yr

The Finance intern will support Finance Operations and Financial Planning as needs arise. Located ... in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for director cancer research finance in the United States is $191,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,500.00 and $229,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director of Cancer Research Finance, you need expertise in financial management, budgeting, and grant administration, often supported by an advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with financial software (such as Oracle or SAP), research compliance systems, and regulatory guidelines like NIH grant requirements is crucial. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing teams and collaborating with researchers. These abilities ensure accurate financial oversight, regulatory compliance, and strategic allocation of resources in complex cancer research environments.

How does the director cancer research finance collaborate with research teams and principal investigators to support grant management?

The Director of Cancer Research Finance works closely with research teams and principal investigators to ensure effective financial planning and management of research grants. This often involves providing budget guidance during grant application processes, monitoring expenditures for compliance with funding agency requirements, and preparing financial reports. Regular meetings and open communication are essential, as the Director acts as a liaison between the finance department and scientific staff to address funding challenges and optimize resource allocation. This collaboration helps to ensure research projects are financially sustainable and compliant with institutional and sponsor policies.

What does a director cancer research finance do?

A Director of Cancer Research Finance oversees the financial management of cancer research programs within an organization. This includes budgeting, financial planning, grant administration, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and funding requirements. The role often involves collaborating with researchers, administrators, and external funding agencies to ensure that resources are used efficiently and research objectives are met. They play a critical part in maximizing funding opportunities and supporting the overall mission of advancing cancer research.
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Manager, Research Finance

Attain Talent

Remote

$120K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description


As one of the nation's top five pediatric research centers, our client is dedicated to providing hope, care, and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. The Manager of Research Finance will oversee all Office of Research Finance business functions, including accounting and systematic compliance functions. Provide the research division's internal and external stakeholders and partner's, including Principal Investigators and Sponsor organizations such as the NIH, timely and accurate accounting and financial reporting services that comply with applicable federal and external sponsor regulations and requirements.
Job Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership in all areas affecting Research Finance; operational management for sponsored program post-award administration, management and grant accounting.
  • Responsible for improving post award management leading to better, more standardized post award sponsored projects' administration and compliance.
  • Manages, plans, and evaluates operations to ensure financial compliance with all relevant federal (2 C.F.R. Part 200), state laws, University and Sponsor polices and regulations
  • Leads and serves as the point of contact with auditors and sponsors on all financial matters of sponsored projects.
  • Responsible for the development of the post award policies and procedures in cooperation with other relevant departments.
  • Responsible for the review of sponsored research contracts/agreements in cooperation with other departments, and transmittance of executed contracts/agreements to sponsors, prime institutions and sub-awardees.
  • Manages month-end and fiscal year end closing process for grants and accounts receivable. Manages the financial reporting on all sponsored projects' funds.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • Eight years central institutional research administration experience; five years federal grants regulation direct experience.
  • Three years' experience in a supervisory role.

Preferred
  • CPA designation. Experience in Research Enterprise within Healthcare Provider environment funded in part by Federal awards.

Additional Information
Our client offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Attain Partners is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The individual base salary for this position is unique to each candidate and will be commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Interested in this position but the compensation isn't quite right? Let us know your expectations, and we'll see if we can make it happen based on your qualifications.
Salary Range
$120,000-$175,000 USD
Attain Talent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more Information visit EEO, EEO Poster Supplement, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
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