Summary:
The Clinical Research Accounts Billing Specialist is responsible for managing the financial and billing activities related to clinical trials. This role ensures accurate invoicing, payment tracking, and compliance with study budgets, contracts, and sponsor requirements. The specialist works closely with clinical operations, sponsors, and finance teams to ensure timely and accurate revenue cycle management. THIS IS A PART TIME OPPORTUNITY.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, review, and submit invoices to sponsors and CROs based on clinical trial agreements and milestones
Reconcile study budgets with completed patient visits, procedures, and data entries (e.g., EDC systems)
Track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
Resolve billing discrepancies, denials, and payment variances
Maintain accurate financial records for each clinical study
Collaborate with study coordinators and project managers to verify subject visits and billable events
Ensure compliance with contracts, protocols, and regulatory requirements
Assist in budget development and coverage analysis when needed
Generate financial reports for management (aging reports, revenue tracking, etc.)
Support audits by providing required billing documentation
Required Qualifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related field
2+ years of experience in medical billing, clinical research billing, or healthcare finance
Strong understanding of clinical trial billing processes and sponsor invoicing
Experience with CRIO or other CTMS preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a clinical research site, CRO, or sponsor environment
Knowledge of clinical trial agreements, budgets, and coverage analysis
Familiarity with Medicare billing rules related to clinical trials
Certification in clinical research (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA) is a plus
Key Skills:
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and follow-up abilities
Time management and multitasking
Financial reconciliation and reporting
Knowledge of regulatory compliance in clinical research
Work Environment:
OFFICE BASED. Remote is not available.
May require coordination with multiple departments and external sponsors