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