Sr. Director, Finance

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PsychoGenics is a preclinical CRO with expertise in central nervous system (CNS) and orphan disorders. Our mission is to provide the best validated disease models and comprehensive preclinical capabilities to help companies discover the next generation of treatments for severely disabling CNS and orphan disorders and reduce the attrition rate in clinical development.

We are known for our cutting-edge translational approach to research, our customized solutions, the breadth, and quality of our work, as well as for our ability to identify statistically relevant phenotypic changes that help our clients quantify the efficacy of their treatments before they move into the clinic.

The Sr. Director, Finance is responsible for all finance related matters and may lead a small team of employees.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the financial function including accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, treasury, tax, and insurance.
• Supervise, develop and lead the finance team.
• Ensure financial systems and records are adequate, accurate, and management accounts are produced on a timely basis.
• Ensure financial planning and reporting are adequate to provide management with pertinent information on the performance of the business and assist in strategic business planning.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial modeling scenarios to assist management for strategic planning purposes.
• Manage cash in accordance with approved budgets.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial reporting standards, tax regulations, and other relevant financial regulatory requirements.
• Work with tax advisors in computing and filing tax returns on a timely basis.
• Review and ensure insurance coverage is appropriate.
• Develop and implement financial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist the Board and President / CEO to develop and implement the business plan including improving business operating efficiency and meeting growth targets.
• Develop and maintain an effective business partnering relationship with other operational unit heads including the provision of timely and accurate unit performance reports.
• Assist the President / CEO to locate and secure financing through the preparation of business plans and financial projections, representing PsychoGenics to investors, and helping source and apply for other financing opportunities including governmental programs and grants.
• Assist and advise the President / CEO as necessary on any other matters.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 10 - 15 years of progressive development in financial management responsibility including the management and development of finance / accounting staff.
• Experience in the life sciences industry preferred.
• Interested candidates should be able to work quickly and be adaptable and flexible.
• Must be a strategic thinker and be 'hands on' and able to dive into the details.
• Must be eager to drive improvements and efficiencies.
• Individual must be trustworthy and operate with high integrity.
• Must be able to communicate financial matters / issues to non-finance staff in an understandable way.
• Must be organized and able to plan and delegate the workload.

Total Rewards Plan :

PsychoGenics offers competitive performance-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

This role is eligible for annual performance-based raise and discretionary bonus for both individual and PsychoGenics annual performance.

Our benefits include :

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• HSA, FSA, and dependent FSA
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Stock-based incentive plan
• 401K with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off policy and paid parental leave policy
• Additional voluntary benefits

PsychoGenics is an affirmative action / veteran / disability / equal opportunity employer.

We take pride in maintaining a diverse work environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

We are committed to building diverse teams, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and allows our people to unleash their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodation :

PsychoGenics provides qualified individuals with reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Human Resources at : [email protected]

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