Client Finance Manager

Working at Real Chemistry and in the healthcare industry isn’t just a job for us. We got into this field for different reasons, but we all stay for the same reason – to uncover insights, make meaningful connections, infuse creativity, and improve the patient experience by transforming healthcare through AI and ideas.

Real Chemistry creates the world around modern therapies with over 2,000 talented professionals, and for the last 20+ years has, carved out its space at the intersection between healthcare, marketing and communications, data & AI, and the people at the heart of it all. We work with the top 30 pharma and biotech companies and are built for uncommon collaboration—we believe we are best together, bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines collaborate without barriers under a single, unified mission: to transform what healthcare is to what it should be. This one-of-a-kind model allows us to work in a way that better reflects how people experience healthcare—all with the intent to transform healthcare from what it is to what it should be. But we can’t do it alone – you in?

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Client Finance Manager to lead and manage our dynamic Client Finance team. This critical role involves overseeing the financial management of a division at Real Chemistry, ensuring fiscal health, and driving financial strategies to support business growth. The Client Finance Manager will play a key role in revenue reporting, forecasting, and collaborating with leadership to optimize financial performance.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and Manage Financial Operations:  Oversee client project financials, including project setup, budget management, revenue rule setup, and maintenance. Ensure financial operations align with company objectives and client needs.

• Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic financial plans. Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making and business growth.

• Invoicing and Compliance: Ensure timely client billing and compliance with contractual agreements. Lead the preparation of invoicing trackers and financial health reports.

• Audit and Documentation: Oversee the management and organization of SOW/PO documentation for audit compliance. Ensure all financial records are accurate and accessible.

• Accounts Receivable and Collections: Lead the Accounts Receivable (AR) process, ensuring effective collections and maintaining strong client relationships.

• Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop Client Finance Analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

• Ad Hoc Support: Provide support to Finance Directors and other senior leaders on special projects and initiatives as needed. a

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years in Client Finance, FP&A, or related fields, with demonstrated experience in a managerial role. Experience with enterprise-level financial systems is essential; NetSuite/Open Air experience is a plus.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration. A Master’s degree or CPA certification is preferred.

• Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

• Leadership Abilities: Proven track record of leading teams, managing projects, and delivering results. Ability to motivate and develop team members.

• Communication Skills: Excellent professional communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

• Personal Attributes: Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable. Strong judgment skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Embraces the company values of being Impact-Obsessed, Evolve Always, and Accountability with an “I”.

Pay Range: $80,000 to $95,000

This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting.  Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here.

Working with HART: Since the pandemic, we have adapted to how our people told us they want to work. We have offices in cities with many employees and clients – New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Manchester, UK and London, UK – that serve as hubs where and when they need us, and we encourage employees who live less than a 45-minute commute of a Real Chemistry office to go in at least two days per week. Outside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture and learning opportunities. We call this our Hybrid and Regional Teams approach. Real Chemistry believes we are best together – and our workplace strategy fosters connection and collaboration in person – but also supports flexibility for our people.

Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, including options for medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401k match, flexible PTO, and entitlement to a five-week sabbatical program after 5 years of service. Other perks include student loan debt contributions, mental wellness coaching and support, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Additional benefits for those just starting or continuing with their family building journey include access to enhanced fertility support, Bright Horizons family support programs, as well as expanded paid leave for new parents including personalized coaching support through Your 4th Trimester ®. Learn more about our great benefits and perks at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com

Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.