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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.
Job Description
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Perform monthly accruals for R&D project contracts, ensuring alignment with budgets and project timelines.
- Develop, manage, and track project budgets and forecasts, working closely with project teams to ensure financial efficiency and accuracy to proactively identify risks, opportunities, and required adjustments
- Own the financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for assigned early development programs, ensuring alignment with portfolio priorities and financial targets.
- Provide clear financial insights and recommendations to support study, portfolio, and business decisions
- Prepare and post monthly and quarterly journal entries and prepaid journal entries for project activities
- Review and approve contracts and amendments, ensuring financial terms and conditions align with company policies.
- Develop scenarios and financial models to support pipeline decisions, including progression, delay, or termination of early-stage programs.
- Assist in preparing financial reports and analyses related to projects, contributing to management decision-making.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the Finance and Project teams, fostering collaboration and providing financial guidance for trial activities.
- Ensure proper internal control structure and adherence to internal controls in assigned areas as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance related positions.
- Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech is essential.
- Experience in Clinical Trial Financial Management is essential
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and applicable financial systems and software applications. Knowledge of Oracle is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement analysis, and management reporting.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong stakeholder relationship management skills.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset.
Required/Preferred Education and Licenses
- Bachelor’s degree required; in Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred. MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits
