Manager, Finance - 12 Month Contract

ICON Clinical Research Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation with a Dublin-based finance leadership opening. The Manager, Finance will oversee day-to-day financial management for clinical projects, guiding a team to deliver quality outcomes in a hybrid environment.

You will drive financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasts while ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory standards, and partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or CIMA degree in finance, accounting, or related field; CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Significant experience in finance management, preferably within the healthcare or clinical research sectors.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present it clearly.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel as required (~5%).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance and financial management activities for clinical projects.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights for decision-making and strategy.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes and drive process improvements.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

ACA/ACCA or CIMA

CPA or CMA is a plus

Job description

Job Description

Manager, Finance - Dublin - Hybrid. ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

What You Will Do

You will manage day-to-day finance and financial management activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.

• Managing the preparation and analysis of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for clinical projects.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that inform decision-making and project strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices in financial management.

Your Profile

You will have solid finance and financial management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience

• ACA/ACCA or CIMA Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Significant experience in finance management, preferably within the healthcare or clinical research sectors.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present it clearly.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%).

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Inclusion and Accessibility

Icon is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.