Supervisor, Finance Business Partnering
IRE • Dublin, Ireland • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Oct 10, 2026
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering at ICON, you will oversee the delivery of the finance business partnering function, ensuring effective financial support and strategic insights for clinical projects.
What You Will Do:
You will manage day-to-day finance and financial management activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and develop the finance business partnering team, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for clinical trials and projects. Ensure alignment of financial objectives with operational priorities while driving accountability and performance within the team.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including project management, clinical operations, and senior leadership, to provide financial insights and support for strategic decision-making to achieve organization objectives.
- Implementing and monitoring financial controls and best practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Providing training and mentorship to team members, promoting professional development and a culture of continuous improvement in financial business partnering.
- Support strategic planning and portfolio management activities - analyze financial performance metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance financial efficiency and effectiveness.
Your Profile:
You will have solid finance and financial management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, preferably within the clinical research or pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing teams and driving collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on attention to detail and strategic financial planning.
- Effective communication skills, wAith the ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply
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