Director, Fp&A Commercial

Overview of Role:

The Director of FP&A Commercial will provide support to the Finance organization and reporting to the Head of FP&A. The role will primarily support Commercial.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning processes for the various Commercial functions, ensuring alignment between financial objectives and business strategy
• Develop and maintain robust financial models, forecasts, and business analytics to evaluate revenue performance, pricing strategies and growth opportunities
• Review material business terms & conditions on vendor agreements, contracts and purchase requisitions
• Develop NPV, forecasting and revenue modeling for indications prior to launch, providing data-driven assumptions for early Commercial planning
• Partner with Accounting to assist with monthly & quarter-end close processes for expenses and accruals, budget vs. actual analysis and compliance with internal controls
• Help drive continuous improvement within the Finance organization to streamline processes, improve communication, and enhance the flow of information to the business.
• Ensure associated financial risks and opportunities both near and longer-term are identified and periodically reviewed
• All other duties as assigned

Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• A minimum of 12+ years of life science industry experience
• Demonstratable experience of working within a fast-paced finance function
• Strong critical thinking skills and understanding of budgeting, planning and projection processes
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience, with the ability to manipulate and interpret key financial data
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstratable experience of prioritizing workload and managing multiple tight deadlines effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to forge strong internal and external working relationships, and the confidence to challenge information constructively
• Enthusiastic team player with an approachable manner and an ability to engage with colleagues across the business with a constructive and can-do attitude to deliver the successful completion of team outputs within required deadlines