Vice President of Financial Operations

2 weeks ago


Madison, Wisconsin, United States Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics Full time

Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Financial Operations to lead our finance and accounting departments. This pivotal position encompasses the management of fiscal documentation, the establishment and enforcement of budgetary controls and protocols, the development of financial infrastructure, and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with our corporate reporting standards.

This role is essential for cultivating a robust financial framework and nurturing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, communicating, and overseeing all financial reporting processes, collaborating with functional leaders and senior management to support strategic initiatives and growth, and generating insightful analytics and top-tier financial planning and analysis processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of accounting functions, financial systems, and the monthly closing process.
  • Ensure the timely and precise preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in strict compliance with GAAP.
  • Drive comprehensive financial analytics and business insights regarding potential new therapeutic programs and product development initiatives.
  • Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to align objectives.
  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including profit and loss management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and fixed assets, while maintaining accounting systems.
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors to prepare necessary state and federal tax filings.
  • Review contracts and agreements, providing feedback on terms affecting financial areas such as revenue recognition.
  • Lead the annual audit process, acting as the primary liaison with independent auditors.
  • Serve as the Compliance Officer and actively participate in the Business Continuity Plan.
  • Drive continuous enhancement of financial tools and accounting processes to support the company's growth.
  • Foster a proactive work environment characterized by ownership, teamwork, and initiative.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain a talented team of finance and accounting professionals.
  • Collaborate with leadership to evaluate organizational performance against strategic goals and profitability targets.
  • Advise on fiscal management and profitability, presenting financial results to enhance financial literacy across the organization.
  • Develop and maintain financial models and reports to consolidate data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
  • Lead financial planning processes with strategic insights that align with broader company metrics and growth objectives.
  • Provide expert guidance on finance-related decisions, considering the complexity of business operations.
  • Manage the creation of intricate financial models, forecasts, and performance metrics to support senior management in financial decision-making.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required; CPA and/or advanced degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant finance and accounting management experience with a track record of increasing responsibilities.
  • Experience in both private and public biotech or pharmaceutical companies is preferred.
  • Proven financial leadership experience, including team building and management.
  • Exceptional proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP; experience with IFRS is a plus.
  • Experience in implementing and maintaining ERP systems, preferably SAP.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
  • A collaborative approach focused on building long-term relationships.

Work Environment: This position may require hybrid or on-site work arrangements.

Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.



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