Senior Manager, Financial Business Partnering

ICON Clinical Research Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health & wellbeing

Pension plans

Life assurance

Employee assistance

Career development

Job summary

ICON Clinical Research Ltd in Dublin is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance Business Partnering to shape and guide financial strategy across global portfolios. You will partner with senior leadership to maximise profitability and operational efficiency, providing actionable insights and robust financial planning.

This hybrid role based in Dublin 18 offers leadership of the finance business partnering team, mentoring colleagues, and delivering monthly reports, budgeting, and forecasting to drive

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial business partnering or senior finance management.
• Experience supporting complex, global organisations.
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage financials for large, complex global portfolios.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial goals with strategy.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages with insightful commentary and analysis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processes.
• Mentor Finance colleagues and support team development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Stakeholder influence

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

Senior Manager, Financial Business Partnering - 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.

Senior Manager, Finance Business Partnering Dublin 18, Leopardstown As an integral component of ICON's overall Finance group, the Finance Business Partnering team is dedicated to shaping and guiding financial strategy to support the execution of ICON's broader objectives. We understand that in the world of clinical research, effective financial management is crucial not only for operational success but also for pioneering advancements in healthcare. Our division stands at the forefront of financial planning, analysis, and advisory. We are looking for strategic financial leaders with a passion for driving business performance. As a Senior Manager of Finance Business Partnering, you will play a key role in supporting and guiding our business leaders through financial decision-making processes. This role is vital to ensuring that financial strategies align with overall business objectives, helping the organisation to maximise profitability and operational efficiency. You will act as the trusted adviser to senior leadership, providing actionable insights and strategic financial support.

Key Responsibilities

Financial management of assigned large and complex global portfolios. Collaborate closely with senior leadership teams to align financial goals with business strategy. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for VPs with insightful commentary and analysis. Ensuring that business decisions are driven by data. Partner with various departments to ensure financial targets are met and financial performance is optimised. Act as a subject matter expert on financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Prepare presentations and reports for the board, executive leadership, and other key stakeholders. Lead business case evaluations for new initiatives. Leading and mentoring Finance colleagues to support performance and team development.

What We Are Looking For

Experience

Proven experience within financial business partnering or senior finance management role. Supporting complex, global organisations. Strong experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.

Skills

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. The ability to navigate a large and complex global organisation. Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills (e.g., financial modelling)

Leadership

Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach and mentor a team. Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Business Acumen

Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate financial data into actionable insights. A strategic thinker with the ability to solve complex problems and navigate ambiguity.

Qualifications

A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and a degree in finance, accounting, or related field.

Why Join Us

Make an Impact: Shape the financial future of a dynamic and rapidly growing company. Growth Opportunities: We believe in the growth of our people and offer clear development and career pathways. Innovative Culture: Work in an environment where new ideas are encouraged, and collaboration across the globe is key. Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package to reward your expertise and commitment.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make an impactful difference in a leading organisation, we want to hear from yo

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

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include:

• 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. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

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.