Director/ Sr. Director of Finance

Job Title : Director / Sr. Director Finance - Life Sciences

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Location : Rockville, MD

Type : Full Time, Salaried with benefits

Overview :

Join a leading late stage clinical biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing transformative therapies for serious medical conditions.

With a robust pipeline and a commitment to innovation, our client is seeking a Senior / Director of Finance.

Responsibilities :

The Sr / Director of Finance will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial direction of the company, working closely with senior leadership.

This position requires a seasoned finance executive with deep experience in biopharmaceuticals, particularly in clinical late stage development, and a strong track record of financial leadership in complex, publicly traded environments.

Key Responsibilities :

• Financial Strategy and Planning : Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with corporate goals and growth objectives.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis : Oversee all financial reporting activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency.

Provide insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making.

• Budgeting and Forecasting : Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting efforts to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.
• Investment and Capital Allocation : Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial analysis to support capital allocation decisions.
• Risk Management : Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring robust internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Team Leadership : Directly manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, professional development, and high performance.
• Strategic Partnerships : Collaborate closely with senior executives and department heads to align financial goals with operational objectives and business priorities.
• External Stakeholder Relations : Serve as a key liaison with investors, analysts, auditors, and other external stakeholders on financial matters.
• Operational Excellence : Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and accounting functions, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Corporate Governance : Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and corporate governance principles.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles within the biopharmaceutical industry, with specific expertise in late stage clinical development.
• Proven track record of success in a publicly traded environment, including experience with SEC reporting requirements and investor relations.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to drive business results through effective financial management and decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives, board members, and external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in financial management.

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