Finance Manager

Finance Manager A client of ours is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to provide financial leadership and analytical support for clinical development programs and research studies on an interim basis. This role will serve as a key business partner to Clinical Operations, Development, and external vendors, delivering financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights that support informed decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in FP&A, clinical development finance, and CRO/vendor management within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry. This position will play a critical role in translating evolving clinical activities into accurate financial forecasts, budgets, and actionable recommendations.Responsibilities of Finance Manager Manage financial oversight for assigned clinical trials, development programs, and research initiatives.Maintain and update clinical study financial models, including forecasts, actuals, accruals, variance analysis, and month-end close activities.Monitor and analyze study spending against budgets and timelines, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.Partner closely with Clinical Operations, Program Management, Procurement, and other stakeholders to support financial planning efforts.Oversee financial aspects of CRO and vendor relationships, including contract management, purchase order tracking, spend monitoring, and budget reconciliation.Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles for clinical development programs and associated vendor activities.Develop financial reporting packages, dashboards, and presentations for management review.Analyze financial trends, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.Support strategic planning initiatives, business cases, and ad hoc financial analyses.Ensure financial data integrity and compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements.