Manager - Academic Finance Invoicing & Cash Management

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Oversees key processes of the academic financial team of Advocate Health, including functions such as oversight and management responsibilities for all EPIC research billing activities, all clinical research post-award activities, and all cash management activities, which encompasses industry-sponsored and research-related agreements and awards, as assigned.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead the assigned Academic Finance team for Advocate Health, overseeing key functions such as billing, clinical research financial administration, invoicing, accounts receivable, cash management, etc. as appropriate in the assigned team.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to research billing and financial management.
• Analyze and evaluate activities and services, using continuous feedback and data to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide guidance on research charge capture, billing compliance, and post-award financial issues to investigators, research staff, and financial services teams.
• Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, staying informed about industry developments.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, investigators, and study teams to identify areas for continuous process improvement and deploy solutions.
• Develop and deliver training programs for research faculty and staff, covering post-award procedures and compliance regulations.
• Designs and directs the work of the team(s). Selects, coaches, and develops team(s). Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance by recognizing achievement, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary.
• May develop and/or recommend operating and capital budgets and controls expenditures within approved budget objectives.
• Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that people actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's Degree required

Certification / Registration / License

n/a

Work Experience

Three years of experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills.​Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.​

​​Experience with computerized databases (e.g., Microsoft Excel), word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word), and presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint).​

​​Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.​

​​Personnel management experience.​

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Clean office area. Remote work position.

Quiet environment

Subject to pressure or deadlines

Occasionally subject to irregular hours  

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Master's Degree

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Pay Range

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program