Financial Analyst

Overview

The Financial Analyst supports operational project teams financially throughout the clinical trial project lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Support project teams in financial activities for running a clinical trial.
• Prepare the monthly invoicing worksheet used for client invoicing and revenue recognition.
• Perform variance analysis comparing forecasted revenue to actual revenue.
• Review work orders and change order budgets against actual activities to identify out-of-scope items.
• Support monthly project review meetings as needed.
• Assist contract document preparation with the Operational Finance Manager and Vice President.
• Support financial reporting and general ledger functions with the Company Accountant.
• Support accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close reporting.
• Respond to CFO and Vice President inquiries on financial results and ad hoc project analyses.
• Assist in developing and implementing new procedures and features to enhance workflow and internal controls.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field, or equivalent accounting experience.
• Minimum two years of general ledger and financial reporting experience.
• Working knowledge of the accounting cycle areas.
• Experience with project budgets and financial project management support.
• Experience including Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and contract review.
• Fluency in English (and local language for non-English-speaking countries where position is based).
• Strong Excel/PC skills suitable for a multi-tasking environment.
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.