Director, Early Phase Operations Finance- IN OFFICE AUSTIN
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Who we are

We're a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world's most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What Director, Early Phase Operations Finance Dept does at Worldwide

The Director, Early Phase Operations Finance is responsible for forecasting and accounting for Early Phase project revenue. They will have strong links to the Project Delivery function to ensure all risks and project specific information is captured and will partner with the FP&A function to ensure accurate and appropriate compilation of information for Senior Management reporting. The role is a catalyst for strategic direction and decision-making support by fostering business partnerships, maintaining business stewardship and creating functional excellence partnering with senior leadership to achieve financial and business objectives.

What you will do

• Responsible for Revenue Curves and Modelling including ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Partner with Project Delivery team to gain knowledge and understanding on project or portfolio risks including analysis of testing of the Quality of our Project Backlog
• Drive transparency of the deferred/unbilled revenue process and ensuring accurate recording of any deferred or accrued revenue positions and alignment with the accounting teams.
• Partner with EVP, Business Leads and PM to resolve unbilled balances with a potential recovery risk.
• Ensures the resolution of client escalations and payment or discount negotiations with support from senior Finance leaders.

What you will bring to the role

• Strong analytical & data analysis skills.
• Ability to interpret and link data to ensure appropriate accounting treatment of operational information.
• Ability to function as an effective and respected partner to internal clients.
• Confidence to handle sensitive information and make sound judgements.
• Able to handle multiple tasks while still delivering high quality results.
• Developed influencing skills in a global environment with the ability to work with people in diverse cultures and roles.
• Strong organizational and project administration skills.

Your experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of finance and accounting experience and minimum of 5 years of supervisory responsibility.
• Experience within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment is preferred.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge and the use of accounting systems.
• Prior experience working within a leveraged, PE owned organization is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience of implementing change initiatives within a growing organization.
• Strong leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

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