Director, Project Finance

Everest Clinical Research

Director of Project Finance at Everest Clinical Research overseeing financial management and performance of clinical trial projects. Partnering closely with various teams to ensure accuracy and profitability.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee Project Finance team inclusive of portfolio assignments, line management, and supporting new hire process as required by the position
Oversee financial performance of a portfolio of clinical trial projects, including revenue, costs, margins, and cash flow
Ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with general accounting and company policies
Monitor project budgets, identify variances, and partner with project teams to implement corrective actions
Lead monthly project forecasting processes, including revenue, backlog, and margin projections
Act as a strategic finance partner to Project Management and Clinical Operations leadership
Review project budgets and ensure alignment with contractual terms and operational assumptions
Develop and deliver regular reporting on project financial performance, KPIs, and risk indicators
Directly manage and develop a team of 5 Project Finance and Commercial Contracts professionals based in North America and Europe

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/management, finance, accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred)
15+ years of experience in business management, with a strong focus on project finance, or operational finance
Experience in CRO, pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare services is required
Demonstrated experience partnering with project management or delivery organizations
Prior experience managing direct reports and developing teams
Strong knowledge of project-based revenue recognition and forecasting
Advanced Excel and project budgeting skills
Experience with cost-to-cost project accounting is a plus
Experience in building new systems/platform related to project financial management is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
life & AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability
tuition reimbursement
fitness reimbursement
employee assistance program (EAP)
a 401(k) retirement / pension plan
generous paid time off and sick leave
opportunity to earn a performance based bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project-Based Revenue RecognitionFinancial Performance AnalysisAdvanced Excel SkillsProject BudgetingCost-to-Cost Project Accounting

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentStrategic PartnershipCommunication