Interim AD of Commercial Finance

Interim Associate Director, Commercial Finance Our client, a life sciences company, is seeking an Interim Associate Director of Commercial Finance to support its commercial organization during a period of growth. This role is hybrid in the San Francisco Peninsula area, with a fully remote option available for qualified candidates. This role has an initial duration of three months, with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent position.

Responsibilities: Own product-level financial forecasting and analysis, including revenue, costs, profitability, and other key financial assumptions Develop and maintain forecasting models related to pricing, rebates, discounts, returns, government programs, and channel activity Analyze sales, inventory, pricing, and commercial trends to explain forecast variances and identify risks and opportunities Serve as a strategic finance partner to commercial and operational teams, supporting annual budgets, periodic forecasts, long-range planning, and resource allocation Partner with Accounting during monthly and quarterly close activities, including accruals, commitments, revenue reconciliations, and preliminary financial analysis Support incentive compensation forecasting and monitor actual performance against established plans Evaluate customer agreements, commercial contracts, and distribution arrangements through profitability and scenario analysis Collaborate with Supply Chain to align demand and supply assumptions with financial forecasts Prepare financial analyses and reporting materials for senior leadership, business reviews, and strategic planning discussions Improve forecasting, reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, and other commercial finance processes Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or another advanced degree preferred 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant commercial finance or FP&A responsibility within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or broader life sciences industry Strong experience with product-level forecasting, profitability analysis, commercial planning, and gross-to-net modeling Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment Compensation: Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to: The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training; Licensure and certifications; Office location and other geographic considerations; Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an

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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.