VIE - Finance Analyst/Controller

Ipsen Pharma (SAS); Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen Pharma (SAS) invites applications for a VIE - Finance Analyst/Controller in Cambridge, MA, focusing on R&D finance. The role emphasizes budgeting, cost modelling and financial analysis across global clinical projects within a collaborative, international environment.

You will partner with R&D teams and finance stakeholders to provide visibility on costs and investments, supporting due diligence and strategic financial topics in a multinational setup. This is an 18‑month program in the US.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• First experience in Financial Analysis, Planning or Controlling.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of SAP and/or TM1 would be a plus.
• Interest in the pharmaceutical industry and R&D environment.
• Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial models related to R&D costs.
• Support clinical study budget analysis across different therapeutic areas.
• Analyze financial data and produce accurate reports and insights.
• Support R&D controlling activities and finance management tasks.
• Contribute to financial analysis, benchmarking and cost modelling for global clinical projects.
• Support R&D Finance due diligence, Business Development, Licensing and M&A activities.
• Partner with R&D teams, Project Leaders and Finance stakeholders to provide visibility on project costs and investments.
• Contribute to Global R&D Finance initiatives and ad-hoc financial projects.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Excel & MS Office

Proactive & collaborative

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field

Tools

SAP

TM1

Job description

Title:VIE - Finance Analyst/Controller Company:Ipsen Pharma (SAS)

About Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid‑sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavour every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human‑centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society! For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description: V.I.E. Finance Analyst / Controller – R&D Finance Cambridge, Massachusetts (USA) | 18 months

What you’ll do

• Prepare and review financial models related to R&D costs.
• Support clinical study budget analysis across different therapeutic areas.
• Analyze financial data and produce accurate reports and insights.
• Support R&D controlling activities and finance management tasks.
• Contribute to financial analysis, benchmarking and cost modelling for global clinical projects.
• Support R&D Finance due diligence, Business Development, Licensing and M&A activities.
• Partner with R&D teams, Project Leaders and Finance stakeholders to provide visibility on project costs and investments.
• Contribute to Global R&D Finance initiatives and ad-hoc financial projects.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field.
• First experience in Financial Analysis, Planning or Controlling.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of SAP and/or TM1 would be a plus.
• Interest in the pharmaceutical industry and R&D environment.
• Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working in an international environment.

Why join Ipsen?

• International experience in the United States
• Exposure to global R&D projects and strategic financial topics
• Collaboration with Finance and R&D teams across the US, UK and France
• Opportunity to develop your financial analysis, controlling and business partnering skills in a global biopharmaceutical environment

About the V.I.E. Program

The International Volunteer Program (V.I.E.) is a unique opportunity for European Economic Area nationals aged 18 to 28 to gain professional experience abroad while developing valuable international skills.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application. Ipsen is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Ipsen, each employee makes a real impact. Our teams are passionate about what they do because they care about making a difference in patients’ lives. We invest in our employees to support life-changing projects that create positive impact for patients and society.