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Date posted:  Nov 11, 2024
City:  Boston
Country/Region:  US
Type of Contract:  Unlimited contract
Job Requisition ID:  7359

Sr Director, Finance FP&A

Sr Director, Finance FP&A

 

About Servier Pharmaceuticals

 

Servier is a privately held leader in oncology dedicated to bringing the promise of tomorrow to the patients we serve. 

 

Launched by Servier Group, a unique global organization operating in more than 150 countries and governed by a non-profit foundation, Servier in the U.S. is a privately held Oncology leader and has the resources and network of an established global pharmaceutical company, while operating with the nimble and entrepreneurial spirit of a biotech. 

Role Summary

 

The Sr Director, FP&A is a key member of the Finance team.. This individual ensures efficiency and effectiveness in developing and driving the finance strategic business agenda for FP&A support across the US organization. This role will lead finance process development and harmonization across business partner support including R&D, Commercial, Medical, and Admin. This role will be integral in developing scalable finance reporting and support which support both finance functional and organizational needs.

 

As a member of the Finance Leadership team this role will act as an enterprise leader for the full US Finance team, reporting to the CFO. This highly visible role interfaces with all US functional areas and global team members on strategic finance projects. The Sr Director, Finance Strategy & Operations will be a highly impactful role with the opportunity to support collaboration, find solutions, and drive meaningful organizational change.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead the FP&A team supporting the US organization including Commercial, Medical, R&D, and Tech Ops
  • Develop the annual budgeting process, ongoing quarterly/monthly forecasts and longer range strategic plans
  • Work closely with the accounting team to analyze monthly results; identify actual or expected deviations from the established budget; analyze causes and develop recommended course of action
  • Develop, manage and support key organizational and strategic financial models
  • Assist in the development of analytical tools and processes to support and planning and analysis activities and improve results; work with the accounting team to ensure reported results align with operational and program reporting requirements
  • Partner and collaborate across multiple cross-functional departments, including executive leadership to provide insight into progress against established budgets and the financial support/guidance necessary to drive alignment on spending and sound decision making
  • Work closely with lab and facilities operations/purchasing to evaluate materials and equipment costs and identify opportunities for cost savings
  • Prepare scenarios and other analyses to influence internal business partners’ decisions around strategic initiatives and development programs
  • Drive organizational focus around accurate financial planning and establishment of ongoing and long-term planning
  • Partner with the accounting team on monthly, quarterly and annual closing and reporting processes
  • Drive continuous improvement within the finance organization to streamline processes and improve communication and flow of information to the business
  • Prepare presentation materials for Leadership and Management Team meetings
  • Drive financial and results reporting on critical strategic growth initiatives of the business. This will include developing product revenue and cost models and developing standard reporting for actual results analysis.
  • Partner with the Senior Director of Finance to drive budgeting/reporting schedules.
  • Manage data warehouse and PowerBi with data flow management, refreshes, ongoing report development, and reconciliations.

 

Education and Required Skills

  • 15+ years of relevant professional experience in Finance with a track record of graduated and scalable success.
  • Bachelor's degree required, MBA or equivalent preferred
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong scheduling and prioritization skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office applications.
  • Experience working in a biotechnology company with an understanding of preclinical and clinical development required; small molecule expertise desired
  • Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to deliver polished presentations to a variety of stakeholders
  • Strong capacity to collaborate and influence with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical skills, experience in financial analysis, and strategic planning.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and adapt to new opportunities and challenges.
  • Analytical thinking, robust analytical and problem-solving skills, experienced in financial analysis and corporate strategy.
  • Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities - adept at handling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Capacity for innovative thinking and adaptability, crucial in a growing company.

Travel and Location

  • Limited travel expected for this position, 10%
  • Boston based hybrid position with 2-3 expectation of being in the office.

Servier’s Commitment

Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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