Sso Finance Specialist

SummaryThe 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.About the RoleKey responsibilitiesSupport country SSU strategy and timelines in close collaboration with SSO Study Start-Up leadershipLead accounting and execution of investigator payments across countries, collaborating with SSO Start-Up Manager, Clinical PM, and Contracting SpecialistDrive project controlling and budget management: planning, forecasting, management, and costSet up and validate investigator contracts in clinical study accounting systemsExecute and monitor internal controls; ensure compliance with financial standards, legislation, ICH/GCP, IRB/IEC, Health Authority, and SOPsTranslate Grant Plans into local payment schemes and partner with Trial Grants Experts for feedback and levelingPrepare/submit country TCFs; update systems (ACT, Optimus, etc.); execute payments, resolve site payment issues, and track payment statusImplement efficient, innovative processes aligned with Novartis strategy; externally engage PIs and site business officesEssential requirementsDegree in Scientific field, with experience in clinical operations/project management1+ years of experience in clinical operations or equivalentSolid understanding of clinical drug development, especially trial set-up and contractingStrong knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH), health authorities (FDA/EMA), local/National regulations, and Novartis standardsStrong financial acumen and business economics background; robust process and system understandingDemonstrated ability to problem-solve and mediate complex issuesIndependent, dynamic, structured, and committed work styleFluent English; effective communicator in local/global matrix environmentsWhy Novartis?Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us Learn more here:You will receive:You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis LifeHandbook.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.Join our Novartis Network:If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to learn more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here:Why Novartis:Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?Join our Novartis Network:Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up:Benefits and Rewards:Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally: