Financial Planning Director

1 week ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Aviceda Therapeutics Full time
Job Title: Financial Planning Director

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Planning Director to join our team at Aviceda Therapeutics. As a key member of our finance department, you will be responsible for providing financial direction and support to our short-term and long-term goals as an international clinical-stage biotech company.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive Financial Planning: Independently lead the financial planning process, including annual budget, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning.

Accounting Partnership: Work closely with the accounting team during the monthly/quarterly close process for expenses and accruals, ensuring compliance with internal controls and performing flux analysis.

Analytics and Reporting: Develop analytics and transparent reporting mechanisms to drive forecast accuracy. Report any variances to plan and provide full transparency on risks and opportunities for both operating and capital expenses.

Financial Modeling& Scenario Planning: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting. Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate potential financial outcomes and guide decision-making.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams by providing strong customer service, delivering actionable strategic insights, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Continuous Improvement: Work closely with other members of the Finance department to promote a continuous improvement mindset. Encourage strong communication, sharing of best practices, and efficient processes.

Qualifications:

Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in finance required; MBA preferred.

Relevant Experience: Experience working in a biotech/pharmaceutical company with an understanding of the drug discovery and development process required; 8-10+ years of relevant job experience with increasing responsibility.

Technical Skills: Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with large amounts of data to create ad hoc reports or analytics. Expertise with Excel and strong PowerPoint skills; experience with financial modeling and reporting software is a plus.

Problem-Solving Abilities: Capacity to provide pragmatic solutions and the drive and leadership to implement ideas successfully. Strong business acumen, judgment, and professionalism are required.

Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an eagerness to collaborate with colleagues within and outside of finance to share insights and learnings.

Leadership and Adaptability: Ability to lead and drive change in a developing business environment, coordinating processes involving large numbers of people, complex systems, and tight deadlines.

Time Management: Strong time management and planning skills to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changing business requirements.

What We Offer:

Aviceda Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive cash and stock compensation, excellent employee benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in an outstanding and intellectually challenging environment.

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