Global Life Sciences Investment Firm is seeking a Financial Controller healthcare experience, based in Madrid city center. The candidate will have experience in a CRO ( proposal development, project controlling ) or within Phramaceutical clinical finance. Strong understanding of clinical trial budgets, CRO contracts, and change order mechanics is essential.Fluency in English is a must, advance Excel and financial modeling.Work format Hybrid.
Detalles del cliente
Global Life Sciences Investment Firm
Descripción de la oferta
Review and challenge clinical trial budgets (Phase I-III), including CRO fees, pass-through costs, timelines, and key cost drivers
Assess the robustness of budget assumptions, enrollment plans, site activation schedules, and vendor pricing
Benchmark budgets against CRO standards and comparable studies
Monitor actuals vs forecast throughout study execution
Analyze budget revisions, protocol amendments, enrollment changes, delays, and scope variations
Review and assess CRO change orders, ensuring consistency with operational drivers and contractual terms
Quantify the financial and timing impact of changes on total study cost and clinical timelines
Identify early warning signals related to cost overruns, CRO underperformance, or execution delays
Build and maintain cash-flow forecasts for clinical programs financed by the company.
Assess the impact of budget and timeline changes on drawdown timing, tranche sizing, and utilization of debt facilities
Work closely with the Credit & Finance Teams to regularly update drawdown forecasts and funding schedules
Anticipate upcoming liquidity needs, potential cash-flow gaps, or stress points
Act as company financial interface with CROs, coordinating ongoing budget tracking and forecast updates
Liaise with Biotechs finance and clinical teams to validate spend profiles and updated projections
Monitor, track, and reconcile commercial agreements between company and CROs
Perfil del candidato
Experience in Financial Controlling within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Strong understanding of clinical trial budgets, CRO contracts, and change order mechanics.
Solid experience with cash-flow forecasting; exposure to project finance, venture debt, or structured finance is a plus.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to challenge assumptions constructively.
Flexibility in working hours to accommodate global time zone differences.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Fluent English required.
Oferta de empleo
Salary package: fixed salary + bonus + fringe benefits.
Final offer will depend on the real experience demonstrated along the process.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Work place type: Hybrid model with remote work and two days per week in the office (typically mornings only)
Job managed by: Pablo Soria.
Desired Skills and Experience
Global Life Sciences Investment Firm is seeking a Financial Controller healthcare experience, based in Madrid city center. The candidate will have experience in a CRO ( proposal development, project controlling ) or within Phramaceutical clinical finance. Strong understanding of clinical trial budgets, CRO contracts, and change order mechanics is essential.Fluency in English is a must, advance Excel and financial modeling.Work format Hybrid.
Nivel de antigüedad
Director
Tipo de empleo
Contrato por obra
Función laboral
Contabilidad/Auditorías
Sectores
Laboratorios médicos y de diagnóstico