Job Description Summary
The SSO Finance Specialist is accountable for budget planning, analytics and payment execution in a direct country or extended country group (OPC and satellite countries) in close collaboration with SSO Study Start-Up Managers, SSO Clinical Project Managers and SSO Contracting Specialists in compliance with Novartis processes, GCP/ICH and regulatory requirements.
Job Description
Key responsibilities
Support country SSU strategy and timelines in close collaboration with SSO Study Start-Up leadership
Lead accounting and execution of investigator payments across countries, collaborating with SSO Start-Up Manager, Clinical PM, and Contracting Specialist
Drive project controlling and budget management: planning, forecasting, management, and cost
Set up and validate investigator contracts in clinical study accounting systems
Execute and monitor internal controls; ensure compliance with financial standards, legislation, ICH/GCP, IRB/IEC, Health Authority, and SOPs
Translate Grant Plans into local payment schemes and partner with Trial Grants Experts for feedback and leveling
Prepare/submit country TCFs; update systems (ACT, Optimus, etc.); execute payments, resolve site payment issues, and track payment status
Implement efficient, innovative processes aligned with Novartis strategy; externally engage PIs and site business offices
Essential requirements
Degree in Scientific field, with experience in clinical operations/project management
1+ years of experience in clinical operations or equivalent
Solid understanding of clinical drug development, especially trial set-up and contracting
Strong knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), local/National regulations, and Novartis standards
Strong financial acumen and business economics background; robust process and system understanding
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and mediate complex issues
Independent, dynamic, structured, and committed work style
Fluent English; effective communicator in local/global matrix environments
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Skills Desired
Clinical Trials, Conflict Management, Contract Management, Effective Communication, Financial Analysis, Negotiation Skills