Clinical Contracts Associate - II

Job Title

Provide operational support for a wide spectrum of financial activities performed by Clinical Finance team. Completes responsibilities in a timely, organized way. Identifies issues/problems and provides customary recommendations for solutions. Works on diverse business problems that require financial analysis with only general instructions from more senior individuals in department. Assists clinical teams and interdepartmental functional groups in contract and PO reporting and resolving financial issues as they relate to vendor contracts.

Able to read/understand contract budgets and financial terms and apply them in review of invoices. Has frequent contact with external customers regarding invoice-related issues and internal cross-functional collaboration. Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Able to performs routine work without detailed instructions. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of complex budgeting & forecasting database tools. Assists in the development of spreadsheets, data analytics, visualizations and tracking tools based on requests for information and analysis from the senior staff.

Demonstrates ability to work under pressure with rapid and accurate turn-around timelines, especially while managing multiple, constantly changing priorities. Demonstrates a general knowledge and understanding of accepted accounting procedures. Collaborates well with members of clinical operations, legal, and corporate finance teams.

Support a wide spectrum of financial activities for multi-phase clinical studies including assistance with supplier contract financial terms validations, vendor management, accrual confirmations, variance analysis, budget reviews, and maintenance. Perform high volume of financial activities with numerous clinical service providers (CRO, Specialty Labs, Imaging, Biomarkers, etc.) which requires strong attention to detail, a high level of organization, and aptitude to understand and utilize multiple financial systems and tools.

Investigate payment issues, and work with Purchasing & Accounts Payable partners on escalated issues, delays, and discrepancies resolution. Manage review and approval process for a high volume of invoices across multiple therapeutic areas. BA/BS in a relevant discipline; 4 years of experience in biotech/pharma.