Join to apply for the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis role at Emmes US Remote or Hybrid for those who are in commuting distance of our corporate HQ in Rockville, MD Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all. Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience. We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients’ lives and act accordingly. We strive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We’re looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us! Primary Purpose As the Director of FP&A, you will play a pivotal role in the operations of our financial planning & analysis department, ensuring that timely, accurate, and actionable information drives our strategic decision-making processes. Work in close partnership with internal leadership to create new views into the business to inform the financial direction. Interact directly with deal teams from Private Equity sponsors. Prepare and improve monthly financial reporting packages. Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations for process improvement. Support the accounting month-end close process and applicable analyses. Collaborate with other functions to develop and monitor KPIs and progress. Assist with the development of the annual operating plan and quarterly re-forecasting of all financial metrics. Supervise the creation of reports and tools for budgeting and forecasting and drive automation. Provide financial analysis and business cases with actionable recommendations. Assist with the 13-week cash forecasting process and longer-term 52-week cash outlook. Coordinate liquidity for working capital needs and proactively manage cash requirements. Manage debt obligations, interest payments and engagements with lenders. Handle ad-hoc requests and reporting. Vision and Strategy Set objectives and key results for the defined function in alignment with corporate strategy. Communicate and implement strategy at the operational level within the function. Team Building Lead and build effective teams across broad groups or functions. Foster collaborative relationships to ensure an integrated approach to services. Set and hold Direct Reports accountable for achieving objectives. Mentor the next generation of leaders and lead organizational change aligned with company objectives. Problem Solving Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills, with sound business judgment. Oversight Provide leadership and oversight of a broad group or function to ensure successful operations and service delivery. Metrics Collect, analyze and present financial metrics and reporting packages. Culture Set the cultural tone in alignment with Emmes values and provide inspirational leadership through example. Exemplify Emmes values in actions and behavior. Credibility and Integrity Develop executive presence and credibility with employees and partners, build consensus and influence to achieve goals. Display impeccable integrity and serve as a role model for leadership. Take corrective action when necessary and continually assess operational effectiveness to improve structures and practices. Bring new ideas and innovative solutions to drive efficiency, quality and value. Demonstrate a passion for improving human health. Communication Communicate progress, solutions and future vision across the company; listen with openness to diverse perspectives. Communicate effectively with highly scientific client-management teams. Keep stakeholders informed regarding corporate activities in a supportive manner. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and 10 years of applicable work experience Master of Business Administration degree, preferred Proven experience in financial management, forecasting, and financial analysis Experience in recruiting, hiring, supervision, coaching and evaluation of staff Required Skills/Abilities Strong organizational skills with high accuracy and attention to detail Exceptional leadership qualities Strong analytical and communication skills Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong presence with the ability to interact with senior leadership Why work at Emmes? At Emmes, your actions and hard work will have a direct impact on public health initiatives, with opportunities for volunteerism through our Emmes Cares community engagement program. We offer a competitive benefits package focused on the health and needs of our growing workforce: Flexible Approved Time Off Tuition Reimbursement 401k Retirement Plan Work From Home Anywhere in the US Maternal/Paternal Leave Casual Dress Code & Work Environment Equal Opportunity The Emmes Company, LLC is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time J-18808-Ljbffr