Melanie Lacy
Oak Park,VA
Summary
Finance and Vendor Management professional with extensive experience in supporting clinical research organizations through financial analysis, contract management, and vendor oversight. Specializes in identifying cost efficiencies, managing vendor relationships, and aligning contracts with budgetary goals to enhance operational performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Vendor Contracts Analyst (FSP)
Parexel
06.2023 - Current
- Analyzed vendor contracts, pricing structures, and scope requirements to identify cost efficiencies, financial risks, and operational impacts.
- Analyze vendor contracts, pricing structures, and scope requirements to identify cost efficiencies, financial risks, and operational impacts.
- Partner with Internal Stakeholders to ensure contract alignment with budgets and business objectives.
- Reviewed contract terms and financial assumptions to identify trapped revenue opportunities and prevent budget leakage.
- Support vendor performance management through effective communication, issue resolution, and contract compliance monitoring.
- Maintain accurate contract documentation and audit-ready records while ensuring adherence to client requirements and internal controls.
- Streamlined contract workflows to improve cycle times and enhance vendor collaboration.
- Managed vendor relationships and ensured compliance with company standards.
Project Financial Analyst
Syneos Health
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed monthly revenue recognition activities for a $650M client portfolio, ensuring accuracy in accordance with GAAP and internal financial controls.
- Partnered with Project Team Managers to provide financial guidance, analysis, and insights that informed project strategies.
- Conducted monthly financial reviews and variance and trend analyses to enhance operational decision-making.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive financial reports, including annual budgets, expense forecasts, cost rates, utilization analyses, backlog reports, and gross profit analyses to support financial planning.
- Reviewed Work Orders and Change Orders for financial accuracy, contract alignment, and risk identification.
- Identified revenue opportunities, financial discrepancies, and operational risks prior to contract execution.
- Supported Business Unit Controllers and leadership teams during financial reviews and strategic planning activities.
- Developed ad hoc financial analyses to support business decisions and improve financial performance.
Associate Project Analyst
ICON plc
Charlottesville, VA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Analyzed project data and developed financial and operational reports to support client transparency and performance monitoring.
- Partnered with Project Managers to evaluate project scope, budgets, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Supported project financial management activities including budget tracking, forecasting, reporting, and contract administration.
- Managed vendor and client contract activities, including change orders, amendments, and invoice review, ensuring timely payment processing.
- Reviewed financial transactions, adjustments, and credit memos to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Identified project risks and recommended corrective actions, contributing to adherence to budget and delivery objectives.
- Supported contract closeout activities by resolving outstanding financial and operational issues.
- Trained employees on project procedures and compliance requirements, enhancing understanding of operational processes.
Associate Project Analyst
PRA Health Sciences
Charlottesville, VA
10.2016 - 07.2021
- Analyzed project performance data and created customized reports, enhancing financial visibility for decision-making.
- Monitored project budgets, timelines, and scope changes, identifying risks and opportunities for proactive management.
- Managed financial and operational support activities for clinical research projects, including budgeting, forecasting, vendor payments, and contract administration.
- Negotiated and processed client and vendor change orders and contract amendments.
- Managed invoice processing, adjustments, credit memos, and financial reconciliations.
- Partnered with Project Managers and cross-functional teams, contributing to improved project financial performance.
- Supported contract closeout activities, ensuring resolution of outstanding financial obligations.
- Trained staff on financial processes, compliance standards, and operational procedures.
Project Associate II
PRA Health Sciences
Charlottesville, VA
04.2007 - 10.2016
- Facilitated financial and operational management of multiple concurrent clinical projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Analyzed project data and developed reporting tools to improve financial visibility and operational decision-making.
- Coordinated project communications, documentation, and stakeholder updates to enhance collaboration and project transparency.
- Processed monthly vendor and clinical site payments while ensuring accuracy and adherence to contractual requirements.
- Assisted Project Managers with scope management, milestone tracking, and resource planning.
- Managed special projects while balancing competing priorities and maintaining quality standards.
- Cultivated relationships with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders to promote effective project delivery.
Education
Business Studies -
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VASkills
- Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Revenue Recognition
- Financial Risk Assessment
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Contract Amendments
- Vendor Management & Oversight
- Accounts Payable & Invoice Management
- Operational Finance Support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Clinical Vendor Contracts Analyst (FSP)
Parexel
06.2023 - Current
Project Financial Analyst
Syneos Health
06.2022 - 06.2023
Associate Project Analyst
ICON plc
07.2021 - 06.2022
Associate Project Analyst
PRA Health Sciences
10.2016 - 07.2021
Project Associate II
PRA Health Sciences
04.2007 - 10.2016
Business Studies -
Piedmont Virginia Community College