Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Company Overview Rhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases.

We develop medicines for previously untreatable or undertreated diseases and provide meaningful support for healthcare providers and patients and their families.

We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need.

Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to adapt, learn, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.

Opportunity Overview As the Associate Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will play a pivotal role as the strategic financial partner to a dynamic clinical organization.

Reporting directly to the Vice President of FP&A, you will lead the company’s critical budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring financial alignment across all departments.

In this highly visible role, you’ll serve as the expert in the financial planning application, driving continuous improvements in financial reporting and analytics.

You will have the opportunity to provide high-impact financial insights that support swift, informed decision-making, collaborating closely with a talented finance team to enhance the organization’s financial performance.

This is a chance to shape and influence the company’s financial future while driving innovation in reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities and Duties Corporate FPA Manage the total company annual budgeting process and quarterly forecast cycles Serve as administrator and subject matter expert of company planning application Monitor and analyze key financial metrics to ensure achievement of corporate objectives and drive efficiencies Lead continuous improvement efforts of management financial reporting and analysis Support finance leadership in Investor Relations analysis and preparations Business Partnering Serve as business and financial partner for various functions including the Clinical organization Lead functions through annual budgeting process and financial performance tracking throughout the year via quarterly forecasts Ensure budgetary compliance through actual variance analyses and vendor dashboard reviews Develop long term financial clinical development and operations forecasts Support procurement team with vendor governance reviews Qualifications and Skills 8+ years experience in financial analysis roles, life sciences experience preferred Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, or other quantitative field, post graduate degree preferred Strong problem solving and analytical abilities Advanced Excel and data analytic skills Power user of financial applications, including planning systems and ERP Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through on multiple tasks or projects simultaneously Effective upward communications and presentation skills High level of attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work effectively with business leaders, accounting, treasury, and tax globally Ability to work as a team player in a very fast-paced environment This role is based out of our corporate office in Boston, Massachusetts.

Rhythm operates in a hybrid-work model. Candidates applying must be willing and able to be in the Boston office in coordination with their department and business needs.

This role may involve some travel. More about Rhythm We are a dynamic and growing global team spanning more than a dozen countries.

At Rhythm we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases by rapidly advancing care and precision medicines that address the root cause.

Our team is passionate about expanding access to reach more patients and developing novel therapies for other rare neuroendocrine diseases, including congenital hyperinsulinism.

At Rhythm our core values are : We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions We are eager to learn and adapt We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission Rhythm is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service, or any other class protected by state or federal law.

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