Financial Analyst I (Raleigh, NC)

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.

Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
 

We are looking for a Financial Analyst 1 to join our Operations Finance team!

Positions are office based in Blue Bell PA, Charlottesville VA, and Raleigh, NC. No relocation will be provided. Candidates must be in a reasonable commutable distance to the office.

What will you be doing?

A Finance Analyst is considered a Project Analyst and is a key player in the success of clinical trials and manages a portfolio of projects with varying complexities.  They will work cross-functionally with the operational delivery team, project management team and functional support teams such as regulatory affairs, biometrics, safety, legal and corporate finance.  The Project Analyst is responsible for both revenue and cost financial forecasts for their portfolio. Through the development and negotiation of change orders, the Project Analyst supports scope management and recovery. Further responsibilities include revenue and profitability reporting to corporate leadership,  project financial analyses to support project and risk management decisions and any client financial deliverables. The project analyst provides end-to-end support over the entire clinical project lifecycle and is the key financial contact for project teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage a portfolio of projects with varying complexities.

• Identify and highlight potential issues related to project financial risks that impact ICON’s profitability.

• Project Analysis: assess the project’s performance to contract as well as anticipated risks. Communicate issues and risks to the project team as well as upper management

• Demonstrate effective time management skills and have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.

• Revenue forecasting and recognition: ensure estimate to complete reflects the project expectations.

• Scope management: proactively work with the project team to ensure new scope and sponsor requests are captured in the budget.

• Profitability and cash flow analysis: evaluate net project position and manage receivables  

General Expectations:

• Effective communicator

• Learns quickly and is adaptable

• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solving skills

• Thrives in a complex and fast paced environment

• Deadline driven

What do you need to have?

• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, preferred. (May consider AA degree with experience)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Strong Excel Skills required.

• Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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