Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Health Choice Network is seeking a Junior Research Financial Data Analyst to support the Research Department’s financial operations, project budgeting, and reporting for federally funded, foundation-funded, and community-based research initiatives. The role assists with maintaining financial records, monitoring budgets, developing dashboards, analyzing data, and preparing reports to support operational and financial decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Assist with maintaining and updating project budgets using standardized organizational templates
- Enter, monitor, and reconcile financial information for active, proposed, and completed research projects
- Review budget records for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
- Support tracking of project expenditures, funding allocations, and budget modifications
- Assist in preparing budget monitoring reports, financial summaries, and forecasting analyses
- Develop and maintain financial and operational dashboards using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL, SharePoint, and other approved platforms
- Create visual reports and performance metrics tracking: + Budget utilization and forecasting + Funding pipeline activities + Project performance indicators + Financial and operational trends
- Support dashboard automation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Conduct descriptive and trend analyses of project financial and operational data
- Prepare reports, presentations, and data summaries for research leadership
- Monitor and track key research finance metrics, including: + Budget performance + Funding activity + Income and cost analysis + Project spending trends
- Develop charts, tables, and visualizations to support executive reporting and decision-making
- Assist with the implementation of department-wide project management processes and reporting tools
- Support special projects related to research operations, grants management, financial tracking, and organizational process improvement
- Participate in research department meetings and planning activities as appropriate
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- * Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate degree in:
- + Business Administration
- + Finance
- + Accounting
- + Data Analytics
- + Economics
- + Health Administration
- + Public Health
- + Or a related field
- * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
- * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- * Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- * Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- * Strong written and verbal communication skills
- * Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment
- * Interest in healthcare, public health, research administration, financial analysis, or project management
- * Experience using Power BI, SQL, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms
- * Experience creating dashboards, reports, or data visualizations
- * Coursework in statistics, financial analysis, data analytics, project management, or health services research
- * Familiarity with grant-funded programs, healthcare organizations, or research environments
- * Experience working with large datasets and spreadsheets
- * Knowledge of financial reporting and budget management principles
Benefits
- Hands-on experience supporting research finance and healthcare operations.
- Exposure to federally funded and community-based research programs.
- Opportunities to develop skills in financial analysis, business intelligence, and data visualization.
- Mentorship from experienced research and administrative professionals.
- Practical experience using industry-standard tools including Excel, Power BI, SQL, and SharePoint.
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