DIANALIZ FERRAS
Fountain Inn
Summary
Clinical research finance professional with extensive experience in clinical trial budget development, protocol review, contract negotiation, and CTMS administration. Proven ability to analyze study protocols, identify billable clinical services, negotiate budgets with sponsors and CROs, and ensure fair market value and institutional compliance. Strong collaborator with Principal Investigators, research coordinators, finance, and legal teams to support study activation, cost recovery, and revenue integrity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
FINANCE MANAGER - BUDGETS & CONTRACTS
VISIONARY INVESTIGATORS NETWORK
08.2021 - Current
- Review and analyze clinical trial protocols to identify all billable clinical services, study-related procedures, and associated costs.
- Develop and negotiate clinical trial budgets with industry sponsors and CROs, ensuring alignment with fair market value, institutional policies, and protocol requirements.
- Collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs), research coordinators, research finance, and legal teams to ensure accurate budgeting and full cost recovery prior to study activation.
- Define and negotiate payment schedules and milestone-based payments to support financial sustainability and timely reimbursement.
- Prepare detailed budget proposals to support PIs in Letters of Intent (LOIs), grant submissions, and industry-sponsored study approvals.
- Serve as the primary financial liaison between sponsors, investigators, study teams, finance, and legal departments regarding clinical trial budgets.
- Provide financial guidance to investigators and research staff to clarify budget implications, funding constraints, and reimbursement structures.
- Enter, maintain, and update budgets and financial data in the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS) to ensure accurate revenue tracking and reimbursement.
- Amend contracts and budget documents as needed to maintain compliant documentation and address reporting or financial issues in a timely manner.
- Conduct financial analyses to ensure budgets align with protocol activities, staffing needs, and operational workflows.
- Ensure all budget and contract activities meet departmental standards, institutional guidelines, and compliance requirements.
- Manage multiple studies simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of assignments and support of organizational priorities.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SUPERVISOR
FLORIDA LEMARK CORP
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed accounts payable for multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor relations.
- Improved workflow processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in payment operations.
- Administered payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for employees.
SUBCONTRACTOR PAYMENT COORDINATOR
OHL N.A. - COMMUNITY ASPHALT
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Coordinated subcontractor payments across multiple projects with FDOT, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
- Managed compliance requirements for federally funded projects, ensuring all payments met regulatory standards.
- Verified payment certifications and insurance documentation to mitigate project risk.
- Collected contract requirements and releases, reducing legal exposure and improving project timelines.
- Implemented digital documentation processes to enhance record-keeping efficiency.
BOOKKEEPER & PROPERTY MANAGER
CEN CONSTRUCTION LLC
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed financial records for multiple buildings, including payroll processing and office expenses.
- Performed bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and cost analysis to ensure financial accuracy.
- Developed and monitored budgets to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.
- Handled lease agreements and managed property-related financial operations.
- Conducted property walk-throughs to maintain compliance and operational standards.
- Supported audits by preparing and organizing financial documents.
- Integrated into QuickBooks to streamline financial tracking and reporting.
- Oversaw monthly check runs to ensure timely payments and efficient cash flow.
- Managed collections, tracked outstanding balances, and followed up with tenants to ensure timely payments.
LEGAL SECRETARY
ALBERT QUIRANTES, ESQ. CRIMINAL DUI & TICKET LAWYERS
03.2007 - 11.2011
- Conducted initial client interviews for DUI, traffic ticket, and misdemeanor cases.
- Assisted attorneys in drafting and preparing legal motions.
- Managed attorney calendars, scheduled court dates, and coordinated client appointments.
- Conducted legal research, including reviewing criminal records and locating incarcerated clients.
- Generated invoices, processed payments, and maintained billing records.
- Filed legal motions at the courthouse and ensured timely submission of court documents.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
SC 08.2024 - 12.2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Skills
- Clinical Trial Budget Negotiation
- Protocol Review & Cost Analysis
- Industry & Grant-Funded Studies
- Sponsor & CRO Negotiations
- Fair Market Value (FMV)
- Payment Schedules & Milestones
- Letters of Intent (LOIs)
- CTMS Budget Entry & Maintenance
- Study Activation Support
- Research Finance Collaboration
- Contract Amendments
- Revenue Integrity
- Institutional & Regulatory Compliance
- Principal Investigator Support
Timeline
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
08.2024 - 12.2025
FINANCE MANAGER - BUDGETS & CONTRACTS
VISIONARY INVESTIGATORS NETWORK
08.2021 - Current
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SUPERVISOR
FLORIDA LEMARK CORP
06.2018 - 07.2021
SUBCONTRACTOR PAYMENT COORDINATOR
OHL N.A. - COMMUNITY ASPHALT
08.2015 - 02.2018
BOOKKEEPER & PROPERTY MANAGER
CEN CONSTRUCTION LLC
04.2013 - 06.2015
LEGAL SECRETARY
ALBERT QUIRANTES, ESQ. CRIMINAL DUI & TICKET LAWYERS
03.2007 - 11.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS