Accountant Financial Analyst Senior

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleAccountant Financial Analyst SeniorRequisition NumberRE54808Working TitleDepartment Name40133:Clinical Research Support OfficeWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: Related Experience4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone

Physical RequirementsAbility to sit for long periods of time utilizing mouse, keyboard, computer and telephone.

ShiftFully remote position.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am EST – 5:00 pm EST with occasional early or late meetings required.

Job SummaryShape the Future of Clinical Research Administration at the University of Kentucky

Wildcat Wisdom, Kentucky Innovation – Supporting Discoveries, Transforming Outcomes!

Why Join Us?

The University of Kentucky’s Clinical Research Support Office (CRSO) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Accountant Financial Analyst Senior. This vital role supports and enables groundbreaking clinical research across the University.

About the Role:

This position is eligible to be fully remote.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as the financial project manager for assigned projects by providing proactive research project budget development and start up support

• Ensures study budgets developed include necessary/correct components such as indirect, pass-through, and one-time costs

• Provides training and education as needed to departments and CGS on clinical trial post award management

• Negotiates directly with clinical trial sponsors; performs reviews and prepares responses to sponsor budget offers and counteroffers

• Performs data entry of final budget terms into Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS)

Why Clinical Research Professionals Choose University of Kentucky

• Top 10% of Academic Medical Centers Nationwide: Recognized as a leader in research excellence and innovation.

• Forbes’ Best Large Employers: Ranked among the Top 100 Employers Nationwide in 2024 and named one of Kentucky’s Best Employers on Forbes’ America’s Best-In-State Employers list.

• 1 of 34 Universities Nationwide: Holds the prestigious trifecta of research designations in cancer, aging, and translational science.

• Flexible Remote Work Options: Enjoy the convenience of fully remote or hybrid roles while supporting groundbreaking research.

• Professional Development Opportunities: Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, virtual conferences, and training programs to advance your career.

Want to learn more about the Department?

The Clinical Research Support Office (CRSO) provides support to investigators and study teams conducting clinical research, including clinical trials. Services provided by the CRSO include maintaining a clinical trial management system (CTMS), conducting coverage analysis, developing study budgets, negotiating payment terms with sponsors, and regulatory services. More information can be found at:

Interested in what UK Benefits have to offer?

The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a benefits package that helps us recruit and retain the very best faculty and staff. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation at UK. These benefits include our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit:

Ready to Make a Difference in Clinical Research Administration?

Are you ready to take the next step in advancing clinical research and innovation? Join us in UK’s Clinical Research Support Office as the next dedicated Accountant Financial Analyst Senior and play a pivotal role in supporting groundbreaking projects that shape the future.

The University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education. Click here for more information about equivalencies:

Driving Clinical Research Excellence – Apply Today!

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePreferred education: Accounting degree

Preferred experience: CPA

Deadline to Apply06/21/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. • Please describe a prior position that required independent, critical thinking skills. (Open Ended Question)
2. • Describe your experience with preparing and/or managing complex grant or other budgets, including the most challenging issue you've resolved. (Open Ended Question)
3. • Provide an example that demonstrates your ability to successfully develop and maintain productive relationships with others (customers and co-workers). (Open Ended Question)
4. • Describe your ability to handle a large and varied workload, including how you address challenges related to balancing attention to detail with working efficiently. (Open Ended Question)
5. • Please describe a situation in which you needed to follow a policy but were encouraged to work around it. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents1. Resume

Optional Documents1. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities

PI285261972

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

RE54808