ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development
The Role:
The successful candidate will provide financial analysis to Operational & Finance management on the historical and current financial performance and future outlook of portfolios of work within the Large Pharma Division. The successful candidate will use their strong analysis skills and relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop a deep understanding of the portfolio of work, form an opinion on the short, medium and long term financial outlook of the portfolio, identify future financial risk/opportunity and partner with Operations colleagues to drive revenue growth and margin expansion actions.
- Responsible for the financial management of individual studies, for both internal and client reporting.
- Conduct financial reviews with operational teams to discuss study financial health and agree appropriate actions.
- Preparation of internal study report documenting Key financial risks and mitigating actions (Resource utilisation, Days on Site productivity, etc).
- Preparation of client reports which may contain financial analysis, forecasting, metrics and dashboards to support the client in their financial planning and month end process.
- Preparation of financial reporting packages for operations with insightful commentary and analysis.
- Identification of Out of Scope activities, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow through.
- Support the preparation of monthly financial forecasts and budget reconciliations.
- Identification of key Revenue and Margin drivers within the portfolio.
- Support the preparation of ad-hoc management presentations.
- Recognise, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centres on our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
- As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes, adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
What you will ideally need:
- Qualified Financial Professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA Ireland) aligned with an Irish Accountancy body, with a minimum of 2 years PQE preferred.
- Solid academic record and strong quantitative skills.
- Analytically minded, seeks out problem solving opportunities.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Effective interpersonal skills (verbal and written) to communicate with peers, managers and Business Lead executives.
- Prior relevant experience in financial analysis or financial planning and analysis is preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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.
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Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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