“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” We are looking for a motivated Director of FP&A to serve as a key member of the finance team, reporting to the Vice-president, Corporate Controller. The ideal candidate’s strategic financial acumen and industry expertise will drive critical decision-making, shape financial strategy, and contribute to the organization’s continued growth and success. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and influence financial planning, analysis, and performance optimization within the dynamic life sciences sector. This position is on a Hybrid schedule: 3-4 days onsite/1-2 days remote, with occasional travel as needed. What would I be doing? Responsibilities Lead the development of annual operating budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans in collaboration with senior management and departmental leaders. Analyze financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior year, identifying key variances and trends to support decision-making. Provide actionable insights based on financial data, market trends, and competitive intelligence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Commercial, Operations) to drive financial excellence. Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate strategic initiatives, investments, and business opportunities, providing financial insights and recommendations. Develop advanced financial models to assess investments, including scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to assess the impact of various strategic options on financial outcomes. Support M&A and business development activities, including due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning. Support evaluation investment opportunities, capital allocation, and risk management. Communicate financial results and strategic recommendations to the leadership team. Develop and maintain comprehensive financial reporting packages for senior management and the board of directors, highlighting key performance metrics and trends. Drive continuous improvement in financial analysis processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Leverage technology and data analytics to facilitate business analysis and improve forecasting accuracy. Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and macroeconomic factors impacting the pharmaceutical sector, providing relevant insights to stakeholders. Compliance with all company, state, and federal policies and procedures including timely and accurate SFA, expense reporting, and other required documentation. Collaborate closely with accounting, treasury, investor relations, and other functional teams to ensure alignment on financial goals and objectives. Act as a trusted advisor to business partners, offering financial expertise and guidance to support decision-making and execution of strategic initiatives. Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making across the organization. What would make me qualified? Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry. Strong proficiency in advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proven track record in a leadership role within the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry. Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and business acumen, with a focus on driving business performance and growth. Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and actionable insights. Exceptional diligence and attention to detail, with the ability to check one’s own work. Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., ERP, BI tools) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Work Conditions Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Sitting and working at a desk for extended periods of time. 401(k) matching. Health, dental and vision insurance. Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Application for Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (Hybrid) – #21275 #J-18808-Ljbffr