Strategic Budget & Proposals Analyst

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days

Company-sponsored employee appreciation events

Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in Cincinnati is seeking finance or accounting professionals to enhance its Account Management department. The role includes developing project budgets, ensuring client expectations are met, and maintaining financial performance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with Excel. The company offers competitive PTO and a flexible work environment, aiming to make a significant impact in the clinical research field.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in clinical research or contract management/pricing.
• Strong working knowledge of financial and accounting processes.
• Ability to communicate with clients and internal personnel.

Responsibilities

• Develop fee estimates for RFPs, budget revisions, and contract amendments.
• Provide financial input for RFIs and ensure coordination with personnel.
• Maintain and track project performance against budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Job description

Job Summary

Medpace is seeking experienced finance or accounting professionals to join the Account Management department. These individuals will partner with clients and Medpace internal staff to develop project financial budgets and new business proposals. Account analysts will work directly with clients to partner in strategic budget development to meet both their needs and those of Medpace. If you are ready to make a difference, you must be able to accomplish these tasks:

Responsibilities

• Development of fee estimates for requests for proposals (RFPs), budget revisions, and contract amendments;
• Provides financial input for response to requests for information (RFIs), and ensures coordination of all information with other relevant Medpace personnel as required;
• Responsible for assuring that bid meets customer’s expectations and specific requirements;
• Have thorough knowledge of Medpace bid process;
• Review proposal text assumptions to ensure the fee estimate and proposal text assumptions are consistent;
• Communicates with Medpace customers regarding ongoing projects to ensure customer’s expectations are being met;
• Maintain and track ongoing performance of project against budget and notify internal and external clients when potential issues or changes are noted;
• Review invoices and other financial reports prior to Sponsors receipt;
• Generate and initiate processing of new contracts and monitor/report on changes in scope, milestone invoicing and/or contract modification to all ongoing contracts in coordination with other employees;
• Maintain and modify company bid preparation template and boilerplate text to meet changing client needs or specific requirements;
• May be responsible for other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business;
• 0-4 years of experience in the conduct of clinical research and/or contract management/pricing;
• Strong working knowledge of financial and accounting processes;
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and a working knowledge of drug development services desired;
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills; and
• Excellent computer skills, especially a strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• • Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• • Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
  • Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• • Office based environment with on-site mentors
  • Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
  • Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
  • Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
  • An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• • Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
  • Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
  • Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• • A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
  • Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
  • Free on-site parking
  • Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.