Finance Lead

About the role

Join a high‑impact team where your financial expertise will influence key decisions, shape budgets, and support organisational success. Proclinical is seeking a Finance Lead for a contract role based in Philadelphia, PA. This position focuses on financial planning, analysis, and budget management within the neurology and pharmaceutical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial controlling plans aligned with organizational policies and programs.
• Collaborate on the preparation of budgets, reporting tools, and forecasting methods.
• Analyze direct and indirect costs, including actual vs. budgeted cost variance analysis.
• Monitor annual revenue‑expense budgets to control funds and measure operating results.
• Engage with and influence internal departments and external service providers.
• Present financial concepts and strategies to leadership and company committees.

Requirements

• Strong background in financial planning, analysis, and budget management.
• Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial reports and forecasts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Skilled in presenting complex financial concepts to leadership.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience/qualification.