Biogen Looking for Finance Partner, R&D at Cambridge, MA Full Time

The R&D Finance Partner will report to the Head of Research Finance. The Finance Partner will manage all aspects of the business planning and accounting for some Research functions.

• Execution of planning activities, including annual operating plan, forecasts, and long-range plan. Work with internal stakeholders to create robust functional financial plans. Work with leadership teams to suggest ways to prioritize spend within target.
• Strong business partnerships and become the key resource to stakeholders ensuring all finance related matters are addressed, including reviewing and approving purchase orders
• Completion of monthly close accurately and timely, including creation of journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis commentary to be presented at the monthly close meetings. Ensure Compliance with SOX requirements and accounting policy and procedures. Maintain control of key areas of balance sheet and support external audit
• Monthly variance analyses to drive accountability and influence corrective action recommendations as needed
• Provide decision support analytics, including investment analysis as needed for prioritization and decision making

Who You Are

You are a person who is passionate about finance and have an interest in biopharma and drug research. You enjoy working with multifunctional teams and being the “go to” representative for Finance. You do not shy away from challenges and are interested in developing a strong FP&A skillset. You are an independent, out of the box thinker with attention to detail, yet a proven ability to maintain an “80/20” mindset.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting or an equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of finance experience
• Strong financial acumen with a value creation mindset
• Commitment to customer service with a strong sense of ownership for projects and results
• Strong oral and written communications (including slide decks) and the ability to build productive working relationships with various levels, functions and teams
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build strong working relationships with business partners. Exceptional follow-through skills
• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP, and SOX compliance requirements
• Ability to think strategically whilst maintaining a detail-oriented mindset
• High sense of urgency with the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity w/Oracle, Hyperion and Business Objects
• Life sciences industry experience
• MBA or CPA a plus

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.