Senior Financial Analyst – Clinical Solutions

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil, +2 more countries.

📋 Description

• Assist project teams with all financial aspects related to managing a clinical trial.

• Aid in the creation of monthly invoicing worksheets utilized for client billing and revenue recognition.

• Conduct variance analysis to compare projected revenue against actual revenue.

• Examine work orders and change order budgets relative to actual activities to pinpoint out-of-scope tasks.

• Execute monthly Earned Value Analyses in collaboration with Project Directors and Project Managers.

• Attend monthly project review meetings as required.

• Aid the Executive Director of Operational Finance in drafting statements of work and change orders.

• Assist with financial reporting, general ledger operations, and ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.

• Guarantee prompt reporting of monthly financial data.

• Work alongside Finance colleagues to achieve departmental goals and objectives.

• Address inquiries from the CFO and the Executive Director of Operational Finance regarding financial outcomes, special reporting requests, and ad hoc project analyses.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of procedures and features to enhance workflow and internal controls.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or a related business discipline.

• At least 5 years of experience in general ledger and financial reporting, including comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the accounting cycle, project budgets, financial project management support, Earned Value Analysis (EVA), and contract review, or equivalent relevant experience and/or demonstrated competencies.

• Willingness to undertake occasional domestic and international travel, including overnight stays.

• Strong understanding of the project life cycle and how financials and contract status influence each phase of a clinical trial.

• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, QuickBooks or similar software, along with proficient Excel/PC skills.

• Flexibility and readiness to manage multiple assignments with various personnel across the organization.

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt swiftly.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, alongside strong interpersonal abilities.

• Capability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

• MBA is preferred.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for North America or equivalent local qualification is preferred.

• Experience in the CRO industry is preferred.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work options available in Brazil, Canada, or Mexico.

• Opportunities for occasional domestic and international travel.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Reasonable accommodation support for applicants with disabilities.

• AI-generated insights throughout the application process.