Senior Financial Analyst (Clinical Solutions)

<h3>Accountabilities</h3><li>Provide comprehensive financial support to project teams throughout the clinical trial lifecycle, including project budgeting, financial monitoring, forecasting, and performance analysis.</li><li>Prepare monthly invoicing worksheets that serve as the foundation for client invoicing and revenue recognition, ensuring financial information is accurate and complete.</li><li>Conduct variance analyses comparing forecasted revenue with actual results to identify discrepancies, scope changes, emerging risks, and opportunities for corrective action.</li><li>Review work orders, project budgets, and change order budgets against actual project activities to identify out-of-scope work and potential financial impacts.</li><li>Perform monthly Earned Value Analysis (EVA) in collaboration with Project Directors and Project Managers to assess project performance, financial progress, and budget alignment.</li><li>Participate in monthly project review meetings as needed, providing financial insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.</li><li>Assist the Executive Director of Operational Finance with preparing and reviewing contractual documentation, including statements of work and change orders.</li><li>Collaborate with the Company Accountant to support general ledger activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.</li><li>Ensure monthly financial information is reported accurately and on schedule, working with colleagues across the finance function to achieve departmental objectives.</li><li>Respond to financial inquiries from senior finance leadership, including the CFO and Executive Director of Operational Finance, and prepare ad hoc analyses and specialized reports as required.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial workflows, reporting procedures, and internal controls, contributing to the development and implementation of more effective processes.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across finance and operations to maintain reliable financial records, strengthen project financial management, and support organizational growth.</li><h2>Requirements</h2><li>A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.</li><li>At least 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial reporting, including a strong understanding of the accounting cycle, project budgets, project financial management, Earned Value Analysis, and contract review, or equivalent relevant experience and demonstrated competencies.</li><li>Solid understanding of the clinical trial project lifecycle and the relationship between financial performance, contractual obligations, project scope, and operational delivery.</li><li>Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures.</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications, with experience using QuickBooks or comparable accounting and financial management software.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, investigate budget variances, monitor revenue performance, and communicate meaningful financial insights to operational and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize competing demands, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships across departments and interact effectively with management and project teams.</li><li>A self-motivated and adaptable approach, with the ability to learn quickly, work independently, collaborate effectively, and contribute positively to shared objectives.</li><li>Willingness and ability to undertake occasional domestic and international travel, including overnight stays.</li><li>An MBA is preferred.</li><li>A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation in North America or an equivalent local professional qualification is an advantage.</li><li>Previous experience in the Contract Research Organization (CRO) industry is preferred.</li><h2>Benefits</h2><li>
<strong>Fully remote work:</strong>Remote working opportunities for eligible candidates based in Canada, Brazil and Mexico.</li><li>
<strong>Professional development:</strong>Opportunities to deepen expertise in financial analysis, project accounting, clinical research finance, and operational financial management.</li><li>
<strong>Cross-functional collaboration:</strong>Work closely with project teams, finance professionals, and senior leadership to support financial performance and business decisions.</li><li>
<strong>Career growth:</strong>Contribute to a growing finance function and take ownership of meaningful responsibilities across project financial management and accounting operations.</li><li>
<strong>Process improvement opportunities:</strong>Participate in initiatives to strengthen reporting practices, enhance internal controls, and improve financial workflows.</li><li>
<strong>Regional exposure:</strong>Opportunities to collaborate across teams and support activities spanning multiple locations in the Americas.</li><li>
<strong>Compensation:</strong>Salary details are not specified in the provided job description and may be discussed during the recruitment process.</li>