Project Finance Analyst

WEP Clinical; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research organization in Greater London is looking for a Project Finance Analyst to manage project finances and collaborate with various teams to ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance and 2-4 years of experience in a financial role, preferably in a CRO environment. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and paid leave.

Benefits

Private healthcare insurance

Long-term illness cover

Death in service cover

Salary sacrifice pension

Annual leave

Paid maternity & paternity leave

Volunteer day

Great social events

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a financial role within a CRO environment is preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to accurately record actual units and corresponding values.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Monitor the total project cash position and outstanding invoices.

Skills

Adaptable

Analytical

Organised

Detail Orientated

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Accounting systems

Job description

Are you seeking an exciting and fulfilling new opportunity? Join our dynamic team at WEP Clinical, where your contributions will play a key role in driving impactful solutions and improving outcomes for clients and patients. We encourage innovation and collaboration, challenging our team to bring forward ideas that make a real difference. Be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to advancing clinical research and transforming lives.

We are posting this role now and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis between now and Christmas. Interviews will begin in the New Year, so you may experience a brief delay in hearing back from us during the holiday period. Thank you in advance for your patience - we look forward to connecting in January.

Role Objectives:

The WEP Clinical Project Finance Analyst is responsible for managing the financial health of projects, working closely with the Project Management team, Business Development, and other departments to accurately record and clearly report financial data. The Project Analyst serves as the financial expert in client interactions, collaborating, educating, and when necessary, challenging teams to ensure sound financial practices. This role also includes the responsibility of escalating financial concerns through appropriate channels.

The Ideal Candidate

• Adaptable
• Analytical
• Organised
• Detail Orientated

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with teams to accurately record actual units and corresponding values on a monthly cycle.
• Work with teams to forecast future units and revenue accurately.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Monitor the total project cash position, including services, PTCs, grants, outstanding invoices, and advances.
• Maintain accurate data in required systems (PPRs, invoice trackers, OOS logs, project trackers).
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements and support interim and year-end audit processes.
• Support the CO process by accurately recording OOS and contributing to COs as needed.
• Stay up to date with local and global revenue regulations.
• Deliver accurate and timely client reporting per client requirements.
• Participate in ad hoc projects related to process improvement and other project-based work.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in finance or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in a financial role within a CRO environment is preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, as well as databases and accounting systems
• Strong analytical skills and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with complete discretion
• Self‑starter and eager to learn
• Strong influencing and challenging skills when necessary
• Understanding of financial aspects of projects from bid tool to project closeout

What We Offer:

• Private healthcare insurance
• Long-term illness Cover
• Death in service cover
• Salary sacrifice pension
• Annual leave
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Volunteer day
• Great social events

What sets us apart:

WEP Clinical partners with sponsors to help patients and physicians gain early access to medicines when no other treatment options are available. WEP Clinical has over 15 years of experience distributing products to over 120 countries worldwide to treat unmet patient needs.

We're Committed to Our Team:

WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth and development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page to learn more about our team events and all we do to support our employees.

We're Committed to DEI:

At WEP Clinical, acceptance, recognition, and engagement are the core of our DEI values. We are committed to giving employees opportunities for personal and professional success and growth, embracing everyone's unique identities.

Our services include:

• Access Programs
• Clinical Trial Services
• Patient Site Solutions
• Clinical Trial Supply
• Market Access and Commercialization

WEP Clinical is a smoke‑free, drug‑free, and alcohol‑free work environment.

WEP Clinical is an equal‑opportunity employer. WEP Clinical does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual's race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. WEP Clinical will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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