Financial Analyst

Wayne, PA, United States of America

New Providence, New Jersey, United States of America

Full time

R1537820

Job Overview

Provide financial analysis and decision support for the Meetings & Events business, initially focusing on maintaining accurate Speaker payment methodologies as multiple platforms are integrated into a single system. This role is responsible for monthly financial analysis, including the review of results and key performance indicators that deliver both financial and operational insight to senior management. The position also monitors and reports on areas of risk and opportunity across the business. In addition, the role provides guidance to the financial information systems team on monthly submissions, financial database maintenance, reporting structures, and system infrastructure. The analyst will also support ad hoc requests across the business and broader finance organization and partner with senior management on a range of financial analyses.

Essential Functions

• Manage the weekly Speaker payment process until the new platform is fully operational

• Provide ongoing P&L management and operating expense controlling through monthly cost analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget

• Conduct detailed variance analyses

• Identify both top and bottom-line risks and opportunities within the business

• Coordinate tasks related to the administration of the financial accounting system

• Process transactions related to the accounting systems and controls

• Maintain general ledger; prepare monthly journal entries and compile all source documentation related to financial reporting

• Be familiar with, and ensure compliance with, internal financial accounting procedures and policies

• Ensure all financial and accounting records are thoroughly maintained and complete in preparation for independent audits

• Balance Sheet reconciliations

• Perform ad-hoc analyses and projects upon request

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting/Finance required with a minimum of (2) years’ experience in accounting, financial and/or analytical experience

• Must be IT literate with experience of financial reporting or accounting packages and databases

• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong leadership and focus

• Knowledge of General Ledger accounting and technical accounting skills

• Exposure to a monthly close process, budgeting & forecasting requirements of a publicly traded company

• Advanced Excel skills; Financial systems experience including but not limited to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (SAP, PeopleSoft, Hyperion-Essbase, SalesForce)

• Ability to identify financial issues and recommend mitigating actions

• Strong project management skills and the ability to translate business issues into financial requirements

• Experience with complex financial modeling

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business situations

• Experience partnering with commercial & operational business leaders

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams including HR, Operations, and Sales

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The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $41,900.00 - $104,900.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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