Project Finance Analyst

What is Cytel looking for in a Project Finance Analyst?

• A fast learner of new processes, projects, and new systems.
• An experienced organizer and planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• A critical thinker who is also able to problem solve, deal with ambiguity, and analyze data to complete risk assessments.
• An experienced communicator in both written and oral forms who enjoys working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• The position is remotely based. 

Responsibilities

• Partner with the teams to provide forecasting support.  This will include supporting input, review, and analysis of the forecasting tool.  Understanding the forecast, the forecast trends and the impact of the forecast on the broader organization will be key to success. 
• Supporting invoicing and cash flow for all assigned studies.  This will include a review and understanding of the cash position and what is being done to support improvement as needed.
• Validation of financial systems to confirm the study has been set up properly and updated as needed in the master systems. 
• Reviewing with project manager and/or team monthly project finances.  This includes understanding the rationale for the issues and potential resolutions along with the overall impact on the study and company, and strategically working with the project team to determine the next steps to recover work or reduce cost overruns.    
• Provide ongoing support for aligning resourcing with the project forecast of contracted hours. 
• Support any client and internal project reporting needs. 

Works with internal leadership including project managers, project leads, finance managers, and higher levels of management to support financial risks, escalations, and resolutions. 

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications and Preferred Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint (basic), and Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
• Basic Knowledge of percent complete accounting
• Basic Knowledge of Financial Statement analysis
• Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business/Finance or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Typically 2+ years related experience.
• Experience in project-based work or clinical research is a plus.