Viscadia

Finance Manager

Arlington VA, United States

About Viscadia

Viscadia is a consulting firm whose mission is to empower life sciences companies with clarity and confidence through forecasting. With teams in the United States, Switzerland, and India, we are well-equipped to provide the support global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies need to make decisions quickly and with confidence. We are deeply committed to a vision of shared growth and success for our clients, colleagues and communities.

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead this critical support function and help drive our next phase of growth. This position reports to the Founder and CEO and is based out of the Arlington, VA office.


Why consider Viscadia as your next career step?

Since our founding in 2010, we have grown from a startup to a vibrant and collaborative community of more than 80 professionals. We are now looking for a self-starter and innovative finance professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to grow with us.

This role is ideal for someone excited to wear many hats across the finance function, drive process improvement, and help our consulting team leverage AI and technology to work more efficiently, quickly, and accurately. You will be a core business partner, supporting strategic decisions and helping scale financial operations. This role is ideal for someone who has thrived in both small, high-growth environments and larger, more structured organizations, and is eager to apply best practices to help guide Viscadia through its next stage of growth.

Responsibilities

The Finance Manager will report directly to the Founder and CEO, offering a unique opportunity to be mentored, while playing a pivotal role in scaling and modernizing Viscadia’s financial operations. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on contributor by leading day-to-day financial management, optimizing processes, and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This requires working in the Arlington, VA office up to 4 days per week, with 1 day per week virtually. The key responsibilities for this role include:

  • 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 related field is required
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance, ideally within a professional services environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis and expense management tools
  • Hands-on experience with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP)
  • Proficiency with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
  • Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity
  • Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership
  • Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and functions
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment when managing confidential information
  • Flexible and adaptable to evolving business needs and shifting priorities
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Servant leadership mindset with a genuine commitment to team support and shared success

BENEFITS

  • Your voice matters here; you will have direct access to leadership and real influence on business outcomes.
  • Viscadia embraces a People First philosophy for all its processes and policies. This entails three core principles: empathy, genuine care and shared success. We believe that a positive employee experience spreads outwards.
  • We understand the power of having a strong vision for a brighter future. We invest our time, energy, and resources in supporting the right causes and making our world a better place.
  • Quality of life is incredibly important – especially when you work in a highly competitive growth industry. We are dedicated to promoting positive and supportive work
    environments.

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