Finance Specialist - Clinical Research Site Management

About the role

Clinosis, a full-service site management organization (SMO) based in Karachi, Pakistan, supports Phase I-IV clinical trials by partnering with global sponsors and CROs. It is hiring a full-time, on-site Finance Specialist for its Karachi division to oversee day-to-day financial operations that support clinical trial activities and overall site management.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review and analyze financial statements and reports, and support budget development
• Monitor trial-related financial performance
• Manage accounts payable and receivable and ensure accurate invoicing for sponsors
• Reconcile project costs and maintain compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with site operations, project management and regulatory teams to give financial insights, support contract and budget negotiations, and help with forecasting and cash flow management
• Prepare financial summaries for leadership, respond to audit requests and contribute to process improvements that improve financial transparency and efficiency

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field
• Strong foundation in finance and accounting, with demonstrated ability to manage budgets, cost tracking and financial processes
• Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial statements for projects and organizational reporting
• Experience in healthcare, clinical research or a regulated industry is preferred, with familiarity with invoicing, contract budgets and compliance requirements
• Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Proficiency in financial software and MS Excel, including formulas, pivot tables and basic data analysis tools
• Advanced analytical skills to review financial data and identify trends
• Effective communication with internal teams, sponsors and external partners