• play a critical role in delivering accounting advisory engagements to clients • support CFOs and senior finance leaders in navigating complex financial reporting • support types of projects such as implementation of new accounting standards • complex financial statement close processes • drafting and reviewing S-1 / S-4’s, 10-K / 10-Q’s, and Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFRs) • cash to modified accrual or full accrual conversions • process improvement and organizational design • client interviews and stakeholder engagement to gather insights and validate assumptions • technology and AI strategy and enablement • internal control and best practice evaluation

ABOUT LUCID GROUP   We are a global healthcare communications agency with deep therapeutic expertise that traverses the asset lifecycle, delivering transformative outcomes for healthcare brands for over 20 years. Our more than 500 highly trained professionals work with speed and agility to craft and execute breakthrough strategies that maximise performance and unlock a brand's full potential. This position is aligned to one of our three capabilities: - Commercial Communications: Accelerating a brand's trajectory with data-driven strategies and creativity that moves markets. Our other capabilities include: - Scientific and Medical Communications: Translating scientific insight into impactful strategies and compelling narratives that inspire change. - Consulting: Specialised life-sciences consulting - empowering clients to optimise operating models, maximise asset potential and drive sustainable transformation. Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Finance Associate to join our Finance team, with a primary focus on accounts receivable and financial operations support. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate client billing, maintaining financial systems, and supporting internal teams with reporting and compliance needs. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working cross-functionally, and is eager to expand their skill set over time, including exposure to audit support and broader finance initiatives. Responsibilities Accounts Receivable & Billing - Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable process, including client invoicing, adjustments, reconciliations, and collections support - Partner closely with project and business management teams to ensure invoices accurately reflect contracted services and delivered work - Maintain timely and accurate billing records and resolve discrepancies efficiently Financial Systems & Maintenance - Maintain and update financial systems, including client records, rate updates, rebates, and billing configurations - Support ongoing system accuracy by identifying issues, recommending improvements, and assisting with process enhancements Reporting & Close Support - Prepare and distribute accounts receivable and related financial reports for internal stakeholders - Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and documentation support Time & Compliance Support - Assist with monitoring and resolving missing time reports - Support timesheet maintenance and compliance in collaboration with internal teams Growth & Audit Readiness - Support documentation and data preparation for audits as responsibilities evolve - Collaborate with the Finance team on continuous improvement initiatives and expanding operational support Qualifications - Professional experience in a finance or accounting role, with a focus on accounts receivable or financial operations - Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment - Proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR US TO BE LUCID? At Lucid Group, we transform lives. Always. We believe in providing a culture of authenticity where we can all be ourselves, make real connections, and enjoy the work that we do. Together.    We empower our people to embark on a journey of growth and advancement by offering meaningful learning and development opportunities.  Central to our ethos is our commitment to cultivating an environment that embraces and respects people of all backgrounds and identities, underpinned by a culture of conscious inclusion and support.    The Lucid values are not just mere words; they are the culmination of our collective efforts. Co-created by our people for our people, these values serve as our guiding principles, ensuring that every decision we make positively impacts the lives of the clients, patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues we serve.    - Compassionately Human: We think about the human impact of our actions  - Accountable Allies: We are the go-to strategic partners for our clients  - Invent with Intent: We create meaningful solutions to solve real problems  - Courageously Curious: We challenge ourselves to think disruptively  Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression or disability.    We are dedicated to offering an inclusive and accommodating recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the interview, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Role Description Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director, Strategic Planning is responsible for organizing, integrating, and driving execution of complex, high-value initiatives that span multiple functions and stakeholders (e.g., contract compliance, integration). This role ensures that work is clearly structured, sequenced, resourced, and aligned to enterprise priorities. The Director, Strategic Planning establishes governance, accountability, and visibility mechanisms to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in full compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities - Enterprise & Cross-Functional Program Leadership - Establish and maintain structured program governance, project management frameworks, operating rhythms, and reporting cadences across corporate functions. - Organize workstreams across departments, clarifying roles, responsibilities, interdependencies, and decision rights. - Translate business objectives and contractual requirements into integrated project plans, scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. - Drive cross-functional alignment to strategic and operational goals, ensuring priorities are synchronized across teams. - Lead people and resource coordination across functions without direct reporting authority. - Create transparency into program health, dependencies, and trade-offs to enable proactive executive decision-making. - Integrated Project Management & Execution - Lead cross-functional project teams across corporate functions through all project phases of delivery. - Manage cross-functional interdependencies and resolve conflicts to maintain execution momentum. - Facilitate structured status reviews and executive-level reporting, including risks, mitigation strategies, and key decisions required. - Continuously improve program management tools, systems, and cross-functional execution processes. - Risk, Governance & Compliance - Proactively identify cross-functional risks, bottlenecks, and competing priorities; implement mitigation strategies to protect delivery timelines. - Ensure compliance requirements are documented, assigned clear ownership, and tracked to completion. - Maintain disciplined change management and scope control processes across workstreams. - Collaboration & Communication - Serve as the central coordination point across corporate functions to ensure clarity of priorities, sequencing, and resource allocation. - Communicate program progress, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to senior leadership. - Drive structured communication channels to ensure transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, or related field. Experience - 12-15+ years of experience managing large, complex projects across multiple functions. - Proven experience leading organizational initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Certifications - PMP, PgMP, or equivalent strongly preferred. Skills - Strong enterprise-level leadership and cross-functional influence without direct authority. - Advanced organizational and systems thinking capabilities. - Expertise in project and portfolio management tools and methodologies. - Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment. - Exceptional stakeholder alignment and negotiation skills. - Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Skilled at managing ambiguity, resolving interdependencies, and driving clarity in complex environments. - Consistently delivers high-impact outcomes on time and within budget. - Builds trusted relationships across all organizational levels. - Operates effectively with minimal supervision. Working Conditions/Physical Demands - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. - Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. - Must be able to travel frequently. Working Location(s) - Remote (within the U.S.) Travel Requirements - Up to 25% Travel Compensation - $185,000 - $215,000 Equity Grant - The candidate selected for this role will be recommended for a stock option grant commensurate with the position and the candidate’s qualifications. Benefits - Medical - The company covers up to 77% to 100% of the premium for Cigna medical healthcare plans depending on the selection. Employees pay the difference in premium if they select a more expensive plan. Up to 75% for dependents. - Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability. - Life Insurance: The company covers the cost of Basic Life / AD&D 1 x Salary, option to purchase additional through New York Life. - Benefits start the day you start. - HSA Eligible Health Plans, Employer Monthly Contributions on Dependent and Individual Plans. - 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching). - FTO - Flexible Time Off. - 6 Accrued Sick Days. - Eight (8) paid holidays.

• Lead the creation of comprehensive outsourcing solutions for prospective Financial Services clients, encompassing organizational design, savings identification, technology integration, service delivery frameworks, and value proposition development. • Partner with sales leaders, subject matter experts, and marketing to deliver tailored, competitive proposals that address specific client challenges. • Manage critical deliverables including integrated solution design, portfolio cost modeling, financial pricing models, organizational structures, scope clarification, risk documentation, and corporate functional reviews. • Participate in site tours and client-facing discovery sessions to diagnose needs and customize solutions accordingly. • Assist sales leadership throughout the contracting process by identifying optimal business terms, developing contract exhibits, and conducting get-give analysis. • Create and maintain financial models demonstrating client value and JLL profitability. Identify financial and delivery risks, complete internal profitability analyses, and ensure solutions balance competitiveness with acceptable risk profiles.