Job Title: Project Finance and Operations Support Analyst

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to make a difference in the world of R&D IT project management? We are looking for meticulous and detail-oriented Project Management Support Analysts with a finance background to join our dynamic team. As part of Global Business Services, specifically Contract Enablement and Business Operations, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our R&D IT Project Management Back Office services. Work together with global Project Managers and collaborators to guarantee smooth project completion within AstraZeneca’s R&D-IT enabling function. Dive into reporting, finance and resource management, metrics tracking, purchasing, governance, and communications. Are you up for the challenge?

Accountabilities:
Finance & Resources
- Supervise finance activities for core platforms, including handling Actuals, Accruals, and Cross-Charges.
- Compile and review Monthly Progress Reports for strategic insights.
- Monitor forecasts against budgetary constraints, offering insights on personnel resource planning.
- Manage ServiceNow cost and resource plans for completeness and accuracy.
- Oversee financial forecasting and actuals to align with budgets.
- Update platform pack records using Excel.

Metrics
- Compile and input Operational Health data, ensuring consistency in reporting.
- Gather and analyze operational, delivery, and productivity metrics.
- Maintain resourcing and recruitment data within Forecast Resource and Actuals tracker.
- Support the creation of project postcards using templates and data from Air focus tool.

Purchasing
- Initiate Purchase Requisitions and manage goods receipts through Coupa.
- Create and manage Purchase Orders, overseeing submission of change requests.

Communications
- Manage data from Excel and Confluence for effective planning with SharePoint Online audiences.
- Distribute communications for cross-team events.
- Regularly communicate with PMs for updates on resource plans, cost plans, accruals, cross-charges, PO extensions, personnel recharge supplies.
- Engage in meetings with PMs and sponsors to ensure timely project status updates.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Education: MBA-Finance, Project Management, M.Com, CA Inter or related field.
- Experience: 4-5 years in supporting project managers or relevant roles with solid understanding of operational processes and financial management.
- Skills:
  - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  - Knowledge of Procure to Pay process; experience with Coupa and ServiceNow is an asset.
  - Familiarity with SmartSheets, Power BI, SharePoint Online, Confluence, Jira, AirFocus is a plus.
  - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
  - Ability to learn about current policies affecting contracts and compliance in a regulated environment.
  - Proven record of meeting or exceeding objectives & goals.
  - Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal abilities.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Proactive great teammate managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Diligent approach dedicated to accuracy and quality in deliverables.
- Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and skills.
- Enthusiastic about driving process improvements and contributing positively to team dynamics.
- Flexibility to work in shift timings aligning with Europe/UK and US time-zones.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a globally connected enterprise that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines by enabling the business to run effectively. We are trusted partners integrated across all functions from Commercial to Manufacturing. Our hybrid model of in-house delivery centers and service towers across the globe drives new ways of working. We challenge the status quo to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients. Here, you'll have the opportunity to embrace development opportunities on a global scale.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team!

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.