The Project Financial Analyst has for objective to track and report on the profitability of projects. This role involves collaboration with project teams, clients and internal departments to ensure the financial performance and high quality of clinical research project management services.

This role will be perfect for you if:

• You have a solid understanding of complex enterprise processes and wish to help shape a growing finance and accounting department.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders comes easily to you.
• You want to learn all about the life science industry and clinical trials operations

RESPONSABILITIES

More specifically, the Project Financial Analyst must:

Project and budget set-up

• Review and understand the client agreements and convert them into the Innovaderm internal cost structure
• Create and configure projects in the project management and financial systems
• Prepare and upload the project budget and related amendments impacting scope and/or timeline in the project management tool
• Participate in the identification and the price assessment of the out-of-scope services.

Revenue / Expenses recognition and project reconciliation

As per month end schedule:

• Ensure revenue and expenses are recognized based on Canadian GAAP and contractual requirements (including creation of journal entries for accruals and project allocation)
• Review actual project revenues and costs compared to budget and forecast, identifying variances and their causes
• Prepare and present detailed project financial reports, including but not limited to; profit and loss statement, financial projections (ETC and accrual report), invoicing status for internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of projects balance sheet accounts
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records of project data

Invoice management

• Review project invoicing and provide expertise as needed
• At the end of the study, ensure all invoices were produced and paid
• Act as the main point of contact for clients on any questions related to the invoicing

Collaboration with project team

• Work closely with project managers to understand project requirements and financial implications
• Provide financial guidance and support to project teams, helping them manage budgets and control costs
• Facilitate regular financial review meetings with project managers and clients to discuss budget status, invoicing and other financial items

Internal presentations and special projects

• Produce consolidated projects reports and presentations for the management (including, but not limited to; backlog analysis, efficiency, ETC, revenue composition)
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary financial documentation
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Contribute to the development and implementation of improved financial processes and tools

Employee may be assigned to other responsibilities that do not pertain to their former description, if they have the required experience, are qualified and/or have received adequate training.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting of related field

Experience

•  minimum of 4 years of experience in project accounting

Knowledge and skills

• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
• Professional judgment and proven interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of the tools of the Microsoft Windows suite
• Comfortable working in an environment in constant evolution

The work environment

At Innovaderm, you will work with brilliant and driven colleagues. Our values are collaboration, innovation, reliability and responsiveness. We offer a stimulating work environment and attractive advancement opportunities. 

At Innovaderm, you will work with brilliant and driven colleagues. Our values are collaboration, innovation, reliability and responsiveness. We offer a stimulating work environment and attractive advancement opportunities. 

As a Clinical Trial Manager, you will be eligible for the following perks:

• Flexible work schedule 
• Permanent full-time position
• Vacation, PPK, health allowance
• Home-based position with teleworking allowance
• Ongoing learning and development 

About Innovaderm  

Innovaderm is a contract research organization (CRO) specialized in dermatology. Since its beginnings in 2000, our organization has benefited from a solid reputation for the quality of its research and services exceeding the expectations of its clients. Based in Montreal, Innovaderm continues to grow and expand in North America and Europe. 

Innovaderm is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals. As such, Innovaderm will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, upon request. 

Innovaderm only accepts applicants who can legally work in Poland.