Sr. Financial Analyst

Position Overview

Primary responsibilities will be financial planning, reporting and analysis with a focus on supporting the Alkermes Commercial Team.

In this role, the Senior Financial Analyst will support two Associate Directors in contract / requisition approval, accrual preparation, reporting, analysis, and implementation / maintenance of business processes in Anaplan.

• As a member of the Commercial Financial Planning, and Analysis team, act as key contributor to provide analytical support for ongoing financial planning and consolidated reporting for the Commercial product portfolio, with a strong focus on the systems & processes that enable consistent reporting across brands
• Develop a strong relationship with Commercial budget owners and work together in monitoring progress of marketing tactics from a Finance perspective and assist stakeholders by providing timely monthly project reporting and expense detail
• Support preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial reporting package by Product P&L including the appropriate level of detail on variance analysis and any implications to the latest forecast
• Manage efforts with cost control and expense management initiatives
• Work closely with Accounting on the month end and quarter end close processes, including expense and gross-to-net accruals, reconciliations, etc.
• Complete ad hoc analysis and decision support related to the Commercial organization as required
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Mathematics with 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in a fast paced / high growth environment;

MBA or Professional accounting qualification (CPA or equivalent) a plus

• Bio-tech / Pharmaceutical experience with prior experience supporting a P&L is preferred
• Strong planning and analytical skills, including superior financial modelling, Excel, and financial database systems skills / knowledge (Hyperion Planning, or similar).

Experience with Anaplan is a plus

• Advanced analytical skills to manipulate large data sets, automate repetitive tasks, and present data clearly and concisely
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including preparation of clear and impactful PowerPoint presentations.
• Robust knowledge of relevant accounting practices
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills; ability to work with a diverse team and influence / drive change across functional and business boundaries

Professional Characteristics

Proven presentation, communication, verbal and written skills, with a clear ability to communicate amongst various levels of the organization;

fluency in English both written and oral required

• Must have strong analytical and organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail
• Responsible and extremely resourceful in finding answers and solutions when information and data is not readily available
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as be a strong Team player, partner to the Business and to other support functions
• A people person capable of establishing good personal relationships with the ability to work well at all levels

Alkermes has recently adopted a hybrid working environment to support and meet the needs of employees and this role will operate in a flexible environment with 60% of time in the office and 40% from home.

This position is eligible for the hybrid workplace model, requiring work to be completed onsite at our Waltham, MA office at least 3 days per week.

This role is not eligible for fully remote work.

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