Financial Planning and Analysis Director

This position is with Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD), North America, an affiliate of Recordati.

Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD) develops high-impact therapies for rare diseases, focusing on providing treatments to underserved communities in the U.S. Our mission is to mitigate the impact of rare diseases through increased awareness, better diagnoses, and improved treatment access in endocrinology, metabolic, hematology and oncology franchises. RRD is dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth and a significant impact on patients' lives.

Reporting Structure

Reports To:    Vice President, Finance
Direct Reports:    Team of 3 Financial Planning and Analysis professionals supporting various
parts of the organization
Areas Managed:    Financial Planning and Analysis
 

Overview

This position is responsible for leading the budgeting, forecasting, long range planning reporting processes for RRD. The position will analyze current financial performance against historical data and forecasts and provide insights to Senior Management simplifying complex financial matters into concise observations. Role will support strategic initiatives and be involved in special projects. Critical success factors include the ability to engage and partner with Senior management and to deliver commitments and overall financial objectives in the most compliant and efficient manner in a high-growth and changing organization. Additionally, the role will provide controllership guidance to facilitate financial reporting and ensure financial integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•    Leads and implements annual operating budget process and periodic forecasts for RRD NA that accurately reflect current expectations of the business, develops financial presentation packages for
review with Senior Leadership to support strategic planning, business development, and operational decision-making. Manages timelines to ensure that all Corporate and internal deadlines are met.
•    Leads and provides governance over RRD NA forecast process; liaises with Senior Leadership on risks and opportunities (suggestion: providing actionable insights)
•    Provides leadership and executes against action plans developed to achieve annual operating plans based on financial data and market analysis
•    Creates monthly insight reports reflecting current trends and provides ad hoc analysis to enhance understanding of results.
•    Develops metrics to identify trends/issues in margin, product and channel mix, costs, headcount, etc.
•    Provides ongoing profitability analysis of channels and products and partners with business to develop solutions.
•    Leads key initiatives as required and provides detailed plans for cost management, restructuring, pricing actions, financial reporting issues and questions raised by the business leadership
•    Leads and implements initiatives to improve current systems and processes to better support the business; supports changes in accounting processes to facilitate enhanced business reporting
•    Develops financial justification for various capital or operating investments
•    Manages the development of Standard Costs, the monthly closing and reporting of cost of goods sold, and ensures the accuracy of inventory
•    Contributes to Global Finance projects and key initiatives.
•    Responsible for managing a team of Financial Planning and Reporting professionals effectively directing priorities, fostering a strong and highly engaged culture, and attracting, developing and retaining talent.
•    Provides back-up to all FP&A staff.
•    Ensures business activities and processes comply with applicable laws and/or IFRS
•    Acts in full compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies including adverse events / pharmacovigilance responsibilities.
•    Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required. CPA or MBA is a plus.
•    Requires 10+ years minimum related work experience in public/private accounting.
•    Pharmaceutical experience required with an extensive understanding of gross to net deductions.
•    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in leading high-performance teams
 

Knowledge and Skills

•    Proven track record of successful execution in the FP&A roll
•    Prior management of high-performance teams
•    Experience working in multi currencies and multi-entity consolidations
•    Solid understanding of the principles of negotiation, influence and conflict management to assure effective interactions within and across departments
•    Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities
•    Solid organizational skills.
•    Independent, self-starter, highly motivated.
•    Knowledge of SAP S/4Hana required
•    Excellent computer skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access including ability to run analyses.
 

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Based upon job requirements, employee may be required at times to attend meetings including travel out of state over weekends and nights. Employee must be able to freely operate and travel by car and train/plane modes of transportation. Employee is required to have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to fly via commercial air carrier. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally is required to lift and/or move light to moderate weight up to 25 lbs.

Location

•    This position is based at RRD’s Headquarters in New Jersey.
•    Approximately 5% travel may be required.

FLSA Classification

•    This position is considered Exempt.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Recordati Rare Diseases to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Further, Recordati Rare Diseases will not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Recordati Rare Diseases will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individual with disabilities.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required.