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Specialist, Budgeting And Analysis

Parexel
3+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote, India, India
1 June 2, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L.

Specialist, Budgeting and Analysis

Location: India (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Medical Communications (MedCom) – Finance & Business Operations

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Specialist, Budgeting and Analysis to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, revenue analysis, and project financial management within the Medical Communications business unit.

This role serves as a strategic financial partner to project teams, account managers, business leaders, and operational stakeholders, ensuring accurate budgeting, financial reporting, profitability analysis, contract compliance, and revenue forecasting. The successful candidate will contribute to business growth, operational efficiency, and financial excellence by delivering data-driven insights and supporting informed decision-making across multiple projects and client accounts.


Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Budget Management

  • Develop, review, and maintain project budgets, budget revisions, and change orders across medical communications projects.

  • Create accurate client-facing and internal budgets that align with project scope, resource requirements, and financial objectives.

  • Participate in budget planning and scoping discussions with project teams and business stakeholders.

  • Conduct budget quality reviews to ensure:

    • Financial accuracy

    • Scope alignment

    • Pricing consistency

    • Commercial competitiveness

  • Support pricing strategy discussions and financial decision-making processes.

  • Maintain and update standardized pricing models, budgeting tools, and financial templates.

Revenue Forecasting & Financial Analysis

  • Prepare and maintain revenue forecasts, profitability analyses, and financial performance reports.

  • Monitor project financial performance against approved budgets and forecasts.

  • Track key financial metrics including:

    • Revenue Recognition

    • Forecast vs Actual Analysis

    • Profit Margins

    • Resource Utilization

    • Project Profitability

    • New Business Awards (NBA)

  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and operational improvements.

  • Support quarterly and annual financial reporting activities.

Financial Reporting & Business Intelligence

  • Generate regular financial dashboards and reports for leadership and project teams.

  • Analyze project financial data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance gaps.

  • Support account planning through provision of financial metrics and business intelligence.

  • Assist with investigation and resolution of revenue variances, forecasting discrepancies, and profitability concerns.

  • Deliver actionable recommendations based on financial analysis.

Contract & Commercial Support

  • Support contract setup and financial onboarding for new client engagements.

  • Ensure adherence to contractual financial provisions, procurement requirements, and budgeting guidelines.

  • Assist account teams with:

    • Statements of Work (SOWs)

    • Contract Amendments

    • Change Orders

    • Financial Reviews

  • Collaborate with Finance, Contracts, and Project Management teams to ensure proper documentation and approvals.

  • Support rebate calculations and contract financial tracking activities.

Project Financial Oversight

  • Provide day-to-day financial support for assigned projects and programs.

  • Monitor project scope, budget utilization, and resource allocation.

  • Ensure financial controls are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Support project closure activities including:

    • Financial Reconciliation

    • Revenue Validation

    • Project Finalization Reviews

    • Budget Closeout Activities

  • Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Business Development & Commercial Support

  • Support business development initiatives through financial modeling, pricing, and budget preparation.

  • Assist in preparing cost estimates and pricing proposals for new business opportunities.

  • Maintain budgeting databases, pricing tools, and commercial documentation.

  • Partner with business development and account teams to ensure commercially viable proposals.

  • Contribute to strategic growth initiatives across Medical Communications and related business units.

Process Improvement & Best Practices

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial operations.

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of:

    • Financial SOPs

    • Budgeting Guidelines

    • Reporting Templates

    • Financial Tracking Tools

  • Promote adherence to established financial processes and compliance standards.

  • Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and financial accuracy.

Systems & Financial Tools Management

  • Utilize and maintain financial and project management systems, including:

    • SharePoint

    • OSB

    • OPF

    • PRISM

    • Client Financial Systems

    • Internal Reporting Platforms

  • Develop and update financial trackers, dashboards, and analytical tools.

  • Support implementation and optimization of financial reporting systems.

  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity across financial platforms.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

  • Collaborate closely with:

    • Project Managers

    • Account Managers

    • Finance Teams

    • Business Development Teams

    • Contracts Teams

    • Senior Leadership

  • Build strong internal partnerships to support project success and financial performance.

  • Provide financial guidance and recommendations to stakeholders.

  • Facilitate resolution of financial issues and project-related challenges.

Compliance, Quality & Governance

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Internal Financial Policies

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Contractual Requirements

    • Corporate Governance Standards

  • Support internal audits and financial quality reviews.

  • Maintain accurate financial documentation and audit-ready records.

  • Contribute to risk management and financial control activities.


Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following:

  • Finance

  • Accounting

  • Commerce

  • Economics

  • Business Administration

  • Management

  • Related Discipline

Preferred Education

  • Master’s Degree (MBA, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field)

  • Professional Finance Certifications preferred:

    • CMA

    • ACCA

    • CPA

    • CFA (Preferred)