Senior Finance Analyst- R&D Finance Clinical Development

Job TitleThe R&D Finance Analyst Clinical Development supports global finance processes for the clinical development team. This role involves maintaining existing workflows and collaborating with clinical finance managers and business partners to identify and implement process improvements.Responsibilities include managing R&D clinical systems such as Compass and eRoss (Salesforce), serving as the key administrator for SRM and eRoss to ensure approver maintenance and internal control compliance, and supporting the standardization of financial aspects related to clinical grants, including tracking monthly LBEs and AMP uploads. Additionally, the analyst will participate in strategic AbbVie projects such as R&D M&A integration. This position will also assist the Clinical Development Director with internal and external audit and compliance requests that span all aspects of the Clinical Trial area while confirming adherence to established processes and maintaining thorough documentation for continued operational excellence. Oversee and manage the eRoss administration (Clinical Trial Approval) system, including approver maintenance and report generation to support internal control activities. Maintain SRM and Compass systems and troubleshoot cost center issues as needed. Collaborate closely with clinical finance managers and study forecasters to develop, document, and support standardized processes that effectively address evolving business dynamics and requirements. Ensure all standardized process deliverables are well documented, aligned, and compliant with internal policies. Support post-R&D governance activities by assisting external functional teams in updating their latest business estimates (LBEs) or forecast cycles to reflect relevant changes. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across R&D and Global Finance organizations. Assist the PFM in managing clinical trials within the Immunology and/or Neuroscience portfolios.This is a hybrid role based in Lake County, IL.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. Preferred 4+ years of progressive and related experience in Finance and/or Accounting. Proven ability to work as part of a team and constructively challenge the status quo. Takes ownership of responsibilities. Highlights important issues quickly, while proactively seeking out and presenting potential solutions. Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and aptitude for continuous improvement and change. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Preferred knowledge and proficiency in systems, particularly Excel, SAP and BPC. Must be able to manage multiple priorities and achieve required timelines.Key Stakeholders: Research and Development organization (Clinical Operations and Finance).Additional Information: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.