Financial Analyst

Your New Company
At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team Whether you’re a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it’s time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

About The Role

The Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for the financial analysis of research contracts and amendments, the allocation of budgets by service line and the accounting of contracts in the company's financial systems. The Financial Analyst will also participate in the month-end process and be involved in our continuous improvement efforts, automation and other special projects.

What You'll Do Here

**Contract and amendment tracking component**:

- Track the progress of contracts in the CRM and ensure that closed won contracts and signed amendments are recorded in a timely manner in the finance and project accounting modules
- Perform contract analysis and budget segregation between service lines including chargeback expenses (revenue allocation)
- Enter budgets into the finance and project accounting modules
- Create contracts in the accounting system
- Ensure the accuracy of information between the different systems (ERP, project accounting, CRM) for financial analysis purposes
- Follow-up with subsidiaries for missing purchase orders or inter-site contracts and review the inter-site purchase orders
- Ensure that postponement and cancellation fees are calculated on a timely manner, for projects that are cancelled or delayed
- Provide detail to accounting technicians so they can prepare invoices

**Month-end closing process**:

- Balance sub-contract accounts and prepare journal entries
- At sponsor’s request, determine the % of completion per contract and provide accruals
- Perform the revenue recognition for the monthly licensing fee service line (Medrio/ClinSpark)
- Other month-end tasks, such as balance sheet and profit and loss account analysis, project analysis, etc

Ad hoc requests (here are some examples, without being limited to them):

- Participate in building profitability analysis
- Collaborate in the implementation of a new ERP, including data cleansing
- Participate in the development of new financial analysis
- Identify automation opportunities and contribute to their development

What You'll Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Bilingualism (French and English, both oral and written)
- Proficiency in Excel - Intermediate or advanced level
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP (an asset)

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

**Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes**:

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Telework when applicable

**Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include**:

- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Annual Performance Reviews

MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences