Budget Analyst

The Budget Analyst oversees all activities related to the development and administration of comprehensive budgets for phase I-IV global clinical trials, supporting RFPs and contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop high-quality, competitive global full-service budgets for phase I-IV clinical trials to support RFPs and contracts. With support of management, represent the company at sponsor meetings to review and negotiate budgets. Direct the entire budget development process from RFP to contract signature, engaging cross-functional stakeholders for input, approval, and finalization. Collaborate closely with proposal writers and contract managers to ensure alignment between budget, text, and contract terms. Identify delays, assess barriers to progress, and implement efficient solutions and corrective action as needed. Perform additional duties as assigned.

TRAVELING

Between home office and corporate New Jersey office, as needed. Approximately 5% travel as required. Salary Range: $70,000–$90,000 annually. Final compensation is based on skills, experience, location, and overall expertise. Requirements A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Science, or related field and a minimum of three years’ experience in developing and managing global full-service budgets for phase I-IV clinical trials. Basic knowledge of operational aspects pertaining to Phase I-IV clinical research, particularly within a Contract Research Organization offering global full services, is essential. Proven capability to interpret protocol requirements, operational strategy, and RFP information into effective pricing models. Working knowledge of clinical trial cost drivers (per-patient fees, site costs, pass-throughs, timelines, resourcing assumptions) and budget structures supporting contracts and sponsor negotiations. Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to QC and validate non-complex budgets. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with mapping client bid grids utilizing excel formulas; knowledge of financial terms is necessary. Proficiency in SharePoint and other Microsoft Suite products, including Copilot. Demonstrated capacity to forge and sustain productive internal and external relationships through influential communication. Strong leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to get results without authority; highly analytical with strong critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently with minimal management guidance. Strong customer service orientation, and the ability to thrive under pressure while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders at all management levels. Demonstrated capacity to forge and sustain productive internal and external relationships through influential communication. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clinilabs Inc.