About Viscadia
Viscadia is a consulting firm whose mission is to empower life sciences companies with clarity and confidence through forecasting. Our team of experts has many years of experience in the life sciences industry and the consulting space. We are looking for a Finance Manager, to join our team of 80+ professionals located in Arlington, VA, Cambridge, MA, Lucerne, Switzerland and Delhi, India.
Why should you consider Viscadia as the next step in your career journey? Since our founding in 2010, we’ve grown from a startup to a vibrant and collaborative community of more than 80 professionals, and we are looking for leaders like you to help fuel our next stage of growth.
Benefits of Working at Viscadia
- Fast-paced, growth-oriented company with a clear focus on a singular mission and a commitment to our employees and our communities.
- Your voice matters here. You will have the opportunity to influence decisions and contribute directly to our strategic goals and growth.
- We are deeply invested in our communities. From thought leadership in the life sciences industry to impactful community service projects, we are expanding our footprint and making a difference.
- Small company culture with the benefits of a large company, including:
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) plan, with company match
- Generous paid vacation and company holidays
- Paid time off for community service
Responsibilities
As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management of the firm, developing and communicating a clear picture of the organization’s financial status, and preparing consolidated financial statements. This full-time position reports to the Director of Finance and requires working in the Arlington, VA office up to 4 days per week, with 1 day per week virtually.
- Evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives and projects
- Prepare and interpret financial models, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership through comprehensive variance analyses and trend reporting
- Partner with stakeholders to develop realistic forecasts and budgets aligned with organizational goals
- Track and report variances against approved budgets, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
- Contribute to strategic planning efforts by providing forward-looking financial projections
- Oversee and coordinate the closing process to ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial results
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Manage end-to-end AP/AR processes, including invoicing, billing, and collections to ensure timely revenue capture and cost management
- Monitor aging reports and credit terms to mitigate risk and optimize cash flow
- Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors and clients, ensuring efficient dispute resolution and compliance with payment terms
- Monitor daily cash balances, forecast liquidity needs, and propose strategies to optimize cash usage
- Coordinate usage of credit lines and other financing instruments to support operational and strategic objectives
- Ensure compliance with covenants and manage banking relationships effectively
- Consolidate and review financial data to produce accurate, timely monthly reports
- Present insights on key trends, risks, and opportunities to the leadership team
- Standardize reporting processes to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a relevant discipline required
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to communicate financial insights
- Expert-level financial modeling skills
- Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends and make strategic recommendations
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other key financial analysis tools and expense management systems
- Strong written and verbal communication for reporting to stakeholders and presenting insights
- High integrity and commitment to ethical practices in financial management
- Flexibility to navigate changes in market conditions or organizational strategy
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment