Job Description
General Summary :
The Senior Analyst is a member of Vertex's Financial Planning & Analysis team supporting a number of functions by providing financial analyses including identification of key value drivers and business key performance indicators (KPIs).
Helps functions achieve their short- and long-term goals through proactive day-to-day decision support. The role ensures relevant functional activities are reflected in company budgets, forecasts, and long-range planning.
The role will build analytics and models to aid functional management in decision-making.
Key Duties and Responsibilities :
Conduct the financial performance management process for assigned functions (i.e., objective setting, tracking budget versus actuals, etc.
including the monthly forecast process, with a focus on supporting business operations and decisions through an understanding of the key drivers of short-term performance and communicating the range of possible outcomes
- Support the financial planning process (e.g., budget, forecast, long range plan) for assigned functions to provide relevant, forward-looking observations, develop key scenarios, and identify key risks / uncertainties and plans for potential mitigation
- Participate in the monthly / quarterly accounting close for expenses and accruals, including compliance with SOX control requirements
- May lead various projects within the Finance organization
- Support business case-based decision-making for investments
- Conduct headcount reporting, forecasting and planning
- Work closely with other members of the Finance organization to maintain a continuous improvement mindset and promote strong communication and efficient processes
Knowledge and Skills :
- Experience in the Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry
- Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Hyperion
- Solid business acumen and judgment, and knowledge of the company's markets / products and industry trends
- Developed communication skills, both written and verbal
- Comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance principles, financial modeling and valuations with strong financial analysis, interpretation skills
- Ability to work independently under general guidance, take initiative and complete tasks to deadlines
Education and Experience :
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Typically requires 2 years of relevant financial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience