Finance Director

Roles and responsibilities

Strategic Financial Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the organization's long-term goals.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO/president and members of the executive management team.
• Manage the processes for financial forecasting and budgets and oversee the preparation of all financial reporting.

Financial Management

• Oversee the financial operations of the organization, including accounting, budgeting, and auditing functions.
• Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans.
• Manage the capital request and budgeting processes.
• Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction.

Risk Management

• Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile.
• Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues affecting the industry.
• Construct and monitor reliable control systems.
• Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Oversee the issuance of financial information.
• Report financial results to the board of directors.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and manage the finance team, providing coaching, training, and development opportunities.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external auditors and other financial entities.
• Number of direct reports: 2

• Directing financial planning and strategy.
• Analyzing and reporting on financial performance.
• Overseeing audit and tax functions.
• Developing and implementing accounting policies.
• Preparing forecasts and comprehensive budgets.
• Training accounting staff.
• Reviewing departmental budgets.
• Assessing, managing, and minimizing risk.
• Analyzing complex financial data.
• Managing internal controls.

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Financial management experience.
• Strong aptitude for math.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible financial management experience.
• Proven experience in a senior financial managerial position and pharmaceutical background are prerequisite.
• Master's degree or professional certification (CPA, CFA) preferred.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting software, corporate principals, and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• An analytical mind with good organizational skills.
• Outstanding leadership skills.