Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Prior -Pharmaceutical, Life Science, Biotech, or Healthcare experience requiredSalary-$135k - $170k + BonusLocation: Newark, DE, at this time remote is not an option, candidates must be commutable to location.A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and analytical support for its R&D portfolio. This role will partner closely with business leaders, oversee budgeting and forecasting cycles, and provide actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making. The FP&A Manager will also manage a small team of analysts while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and consistency in all financial processes.This role requires very strong technical and analytical skills including Microsoft Excel and AlteryxKey ResponsibilitiesLead financial planning, forecasting, and long-range planning activities across assigned programs and business unitsManage, mentor, and develop a team of FP&A analysts and senior analystsAct as the primary Finance Business Partner for program and functional leadership, providing financial guidance and strategic recommendationsOversee monthly and quarterly close activities, including variance analysis, actuals reporting, and performance trackingDrive development and enhancement of financial models, reporting tools, and estimation templatesPresent high-quality financial insights, dashboards, and recommendations to senior leadership and governance committeesConduct advanced financial analyses (NPV, IRR, ROI, scenario modeling) to support portfolio decisionsPartner with cross-functional teams (R&D, Operations, HR, etc.) to align financial objectives with business strategyEnsure compliance with corporate policies, financial controls, and reporting standardsLead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting and analytics processesQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; MBA and/or CPA preferred8-12 years of progressive experience in Finance or FP&A, with at least 2+ years in a management roleIndustry experience in Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotech, or Healthcare strongly preferredStrong leadership skills with proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teamsAdvanced technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelingExperience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and financial systems (Hyperion Essbase or similar) preferredExcellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence senior stakeholdersStrong business acumen with experience supporting R&D or complex project-based organizations

Created: 2025-10-01