Project Finance Manager — Budgeting & Contracts (CRO)

Psi-Cro; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PSI is seeking an experienced Project Finance Manager in the Oxford area with hybrid work arrangements. The role involves budgeting for clinical projects, bid support, contract management, and sponsor communications, requiring strong Excel skills and financial analysis experience within CRO settings.

You will oversee budgets from bid to study, develop accruals, and manage timesheet systems. A degree in Finance/Economics and at least 3 years of CRO budgeting experience are essential.

Qualifications

• College or University degree in Finance/Economics or related field.
• At least 3 years' experience in project budgeting and financial analysis in a CRO setting.
• CEFR C1 level in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel for financial reporting.
• Able to produce accurate and timely information and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop study budgets for bids and change orders on ongoing projects.
• Manage study budgets throughout the clinical project duration and prepare accrual reports.
• Develop Sponsor Contracts and payment schedules for budgets.
• Set up and maintain project-specific timesheets and reconcile actual vs budget costs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication with sponsors

Multi-tasking

Training others

Education

Finance/Economics degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

PSI is seeking an experienced Project Finance Manager in the Oxford area with hybrid work arrangements. The role involves budgeting for clinical projects, bid support, contract management, and sponsor communications, requiring strong Excel skills and financial analysis experience within CRO settings.

You will oversee budgets from bid to study, develop accruals, and manage timesheet systems. A degree in Finance/Economics and at least 3 years of CRO budgeting experience are essential.