Matt McPeck
Associate Vice President, Research Finance
Professional Overview
Matt McPeck is an experienced finance and operations leader with a strong track record in the healthcare and academic research sectors. As the Associate Vice President of Research Finance at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), he oversees the financial management and operational support for the organization's robust research enterprise.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current position, Matt is responsible for ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of CHLA's research portfolio, which encompasses over $100 million in annual grant funding. He leads a team of finance professionals who provide budgeting, forecasting, and reporting services to Principal Investigators and research administration. Under Matt's leadership, the research finance function has streamlined processes, enhanced data analytics, and improved customer service, contributing to the hospital's success in securing and managing extramural awards.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Matt served as the Executive Director of Research Operations at CHLA, where he supervised the pre-award, post-award, and compliance functions within the research administration division. Earlier in his career, he held positions of increasing responsibility at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), including Director of Financial Operations and Financial Operations Officer. Matt also gained valuable experience in the defense industry, working as a Contracts Negotiator and Contracts Leadership Development Program participant at Raytheon Technologies.
Academic Background
Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California, where he graduated cum laude. He also completed the Executive Management Program at the UCLA Anderson School of Management, further strengthening his strategic leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Areas of Expertise
- Research finance and operations management
- Grants and contract administration
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Process improvement and organizational optimization
- Collaborative leadership and team development
Professional Impact
Under Matt's guidance, the CHLA research finance team has achieved significant improvements in key performance metrics, including a 15% reduction in award closeout timelines and a 20% increase in customer satisfaction. His expertise in financial management and operational efficiency has enabled the research enterprise to scale and support the hospital's mission of advancing pediatric healthcare through innovative scientific discoveries.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in research finance and operations, Matt McPeck is a valuable asset to CHLA's research community. His strategic leadership, data-driven decision-making, and commitment to process improvement have contributed to the organization's success in securing and managing competitive extramural funding. As the Associate Vice President of Research Finance, Matt continues to drive excellence and facilitate the growth of CHLA's impactful research programs.
