Finance Manager, FP&A from Foster McKay

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company located in Somerset County, NJ, is seeking a Manager, FP&A, for a long-term consulting engagement.

***This role will be hybrid***

The Manager FP&A position will lead the Annual Financial Plan, Quarterly LE Forecast, & monthly reporting processes for assigned areas. This role will be responsible for finding novel approaches to solving problems and focus on improving processes across the organization. The person will be required to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to build and manage effective working relationships throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Financial plan and latest estimates (LEs):
  • Leads the annual financial plan and LE forecast cycle.
  • Collaborates with business partners to monitor revenue and expense performance indicators to provide guidance and insight into the financial forecasts.
  • Develops proposals to mitigate/enhance risks and opportunities with sufficient lead time.
• Management reporting:
  • Prepares monthly reporting package working with business partners on reasons for any variances and implications on business performance.
  • Works with Director of FP&A to streamline and improve reporting to offer management insights to make more informed business decisions.
  • Develops KPI metrics and other tools to evaluate performance across the business.
• Business partnering:
  • Develops effective working relationships with business partners and influences strategic decisions to align to company objectives.
  • Develops strong business knowledge of the functions to help find synergies and efficiencies across the organization.
  • Challenges the status quo in an appropriate way to find more optimal and cost-effective approaches that are aligned to our strategy.
• Change Management & Special Projects:
• Responsible for developing and improving processes to enhance efficiencies, as well as offering novel solutions and perspectives aligned with company goals.
• Accountable for any ad hoc special projects as they arise.
• Responsible for overseeing and developing staff.

Skills:

• Pharma experience is required.
• Strong planning, financial, and analytical skills are a must.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• PowerPoint; excel spreadsheet proficiency and experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong team player who can partner and collaborate well cross functionally with all stakeholders.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.