PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) with 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Originated in Switzerland, PSI is a privately owned, full-service CRO with a global reach, supporting clinical trials across multiple countries and continents. Our reputation for being highly selective about the projects we undertake highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, timely services across a broad spectrum of therapeutic indications.

At PSI, we foster an environment where a diverse range of colleagues feel welcomed and valued. Our inclusive culture is a cornerstone of our success, enabling us to attract and retain top talent globally.

We are not just about conducting clinical trials; we are about building a community where every team member has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Description

PSI CRO is looking for an experienced project finance professional in the Clinical Research industry, who will be responsible for creating, managing, negotiating, and analyzing clinical project budgets, as well as providing support with proposals and contract management activities within the company.

Responsibilities:

Development of study budget (preparation of budgets for proposals and Change Order budgets for on-going projects)
Management of study budget throughout the clinical project duration (setup and maintenance of project finance information in PSI internal systems, preparation of accrual reports, request for invoices)
Development of Sponsor Contract (preparation of sponsor agreements and change orders, development of payment schedules)
Timesheet System Management (setup and maintenance of project-specific timesheets in PSI's internal system, management of reconciliation of actual vs budget costs on a regular basis)

Qualifications

Experience in global study budgeting & contract management within a CRO/Pharma
Education in Finance/Economics or commensurate and relevant training
Experience in project budgeting, budget negotiation, budget analysis (actual vs. planned), forecasts, project scope management, mapping to different budget grids
Knowledge of time tracking systems and budgeting systems/tools
Computer literacy, professional/advanced user of MS Excel
Ability to produce accurate and timely information/ finance reports
Analytical skills
Communication/negotiation skills; ability to train others
Organizational and time management skills

Additional Information

Advance your career in clinical research and lead challenging full-service projects on the country/regional level while growing with a rapid company, that puts its people first! You will get hands-on involvement in every aspect of the study.

Project Finance Manager