The R&D Clinical Sciences Finance Lead supports the leadership in the planning and execution of both current and long-term strategies around resource and budget management. 
 
The primary function of the Clinical Sciences Finance Lead is to provide financial leadership, support and execution of Actual reporting and Financial Planning Cycles.  A demonstrated strength in all core and functional competencies, with emphasis in initiative, problem solving, and adaptability is needed in this role. This individual will be an integral member of the functional team, working closely with both finance and business partners.  Therefore, strong analytical/communication/leadership skills and solid business judgment are essential.   

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the budget in the Plan/LRP/Update/LBE planning cycles. Ensure expense forecasts are accurate and demonstrate willingness to work constructively with the business personnel to provide financial guidance and ensure compliance to policy. Analyze components of the Plan/LRP/Update/LBE submissions and lead Senior Management review meetings.
• Responsible for financial close activities, including accruals and reclasses. Responsible for ensuring monthly financial results are delivered accurately and timely and executive summaries with commentary are prepared and delivered to senior management.
• Provide financial guidance to the Clinical Sciences leadership team.  Ability to work with senior level business personnel to translate plans and actions into their financial impact which can be understood by senior management.
• Maintain controls to assure the integrity of assets and compliance with GAAP and corporate financial policies and procedures.
• Assists with all financial aspects of key functional projects, systems initiatives, and integration activities to ensure finance requirements are implemented appropriately and process efficiencies are realized.
• Work closely with both Finance and Business leaders utilizing strong interpersonal communication, analytical skills, leadership, and judgment skills.   
• Support leadership within function with ability to influence others with no direct reporting as well as ability to operate independently, identify and implement process improvements, and establish and adjust priorities to achieve objectives.