Neo HR Consulting Group Looking for Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Morrisville, NC Full Time

Our client (approx 150+ FTE) is seeking a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis who will report to the Controller and be responsible for partnering with individuals across the organization to provide valuable insights, drive data-driven decision-making, and evaluate business performance. This also includes preparing monthly internal and external financial reports, budgets and rolling forecasts, and business cases, and will also perform detailed ad hoc analysis. The position will require the flexibility to come into the Morrisville, NC office 2-3 times weekly.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the leadership team and budget owners to develop strategic plans, annual budgets, and quarterly forecast revisions, advise on resource allocation, perform variance analyses, and proactively communicate results.
• Design and implement dashboards that report and benchmark key operational metrics in recurring reporting packages.
• Leverage your knowledge of the biotech/pharmaceutical industry to inform budget preparation, advise on potential cost savings, and report on key drivers of financial results.
• Review contracts and purchase orders for adherence to approved annual budgets.
• Enforce a culture of data-driven decision-making, including proactively identifying business trends, incorporating them into our projections, and instilling the value of accurate spend management with your cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with accounting on month-end close, specifically in relation to accruals and other areas as required.
• Assist in managing financial materials for investor relations and potential M&A or strategic deals.
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis and accounting with deep knowledge in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry
• Prior sponsor (pharmaceutical) experience required
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis. Experience with financial systems and tools, including ERPs, financial planning tools, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Knowledge of NetSuite and Workday Adaptive Planning is preferred but not required.
• Enjoys a fast-growth, dynamic environment.
• Has a strong business acumen and understanding of business strategy.
• Is an excellent communicator who can distill complex information into articulate, audience-appropriate narratives.
• Desire to interact with and proactively support business partners.
• Is self-directed, able to navigate ambiguity, and switch gears as the business dictates.
• Willing to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
• Has a proven track record of successful cross-functional partnerships.

The client offers a competitive compensation package (base salary and bonus) and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k) Savings Retirement Plan, ESPP, Unlimited Paid Time Off, and more!