Job description
Job Title: Financial Analyst
Job Location: New Providence, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Location Type: Remote
Job Contract Type: Full-time
Job Seniority Level:
Job Overview
Provide financial analysis and decision support for the Meetings & Events business, initially focusing on maintaining accurate Speaker payment methodologies as multiple platforms are integrated into a single system. This role is responsible for monthly financial analysis, including the review of results and key performance indicators that deliver both financial and operational insight to senior management. The position also monitors and reports on areas of risk and opportunity across the business. In addition, the role provides guidance to the financial information systems team on monthly submissions, financial database maintenance, reporting structures, and system infrastructure. The analyst will also support ad hoc requests across the business and broader finance organization and partner with senior management on a range of financial analyses.
Essential Functions
Manage the weekly Speaker payment process until the new platform is fully operational
Provide ongoing P&L management and operating expense controlling through monthly cost analysis
Assist in the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget
Conduct detailed variance analyses
Identify both top and bottom-line risks and opportunities within the business
Coordinate tasks related to the administration of the financial accounting system
Process transactions related to the accounting systems and controls
Maintain general ledger; prepare monthly journal entries and compile all source documentation related to financial reporting
Be familiar with, and ensure compliance with, internal financial accounting procedures and policies
Ensure all financial and accounting records are thoroughly maintained and complete in preparation for independent audits
Balance Sheet reconciliations
Perform ad-hoc analyses and projects upon request
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting/Finance required with a minimum of (2) years’ experience in accounting, financial and/or analytical experience
Must be IT literate with experience of financial reporting or accounting packages and databases
Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong leadership and focus
Knowledge of General Ledger accounting and technical accounting skills
Exposure to a monthly close process, budgeting & forecasting requirements of a publicly traded company
Advanced Excel skills; Financial systems experience including but not limited to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (SAP, PeopleSoft, Hyperion-Essbase, SalesForce)
Ability to identify financial issues and recommend mitigating actions
Strong project management skills and the ability to translate business issues into financial requirements
Experience with complex financial modeling
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business situations
Experience partnering with commercial & operational business leaders
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional teams including HR, Operations, and Sales
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $41,900.00 - $104,900.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
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