Senior FP&A Lead, Global R&D & Medical

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Boston is seeking a Senior Manager, Central Financial Planning and Analysis to drive consolidation, budgeting, and reporting for R&D and Global Medical. You will translate complex data into clear insights for senior leaders and collaborate across functions.

The role emphasizes variance analysis, advanced data visualization, and cross-team coordination with a global scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of business or finance experience.
• Strong financial analysis capabilities including variance analysis and cost management.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industries or therapeutic areas.
• Experience consulting with senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships.
• Advanced data visualization and presentation skills; synthesize data into concise summaries.
• Excellent spreadsheet skills and ability to analyze monthly results.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial consolidation for planning, analysis, and reporting across R&D and Global Medical.
• Manage budget reporting and planning cycles with timely, accurate submissions.
• Support monthly and quarterly close activities, including accruals and journal entries.
• Develop and present financial insights to leadership highlighting performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive financial planning systems development, training, and effective use.
• Deliver financial analysis and reporting for audits and tax considerations.
• Collaborate across teams to strengthen financial planning and support business needs.

Skills

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

Budget reporting

Monthly close

Presentation skills

Data visualization

Spreadsheet proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Boston is seeking a Senior Manager, Central Financial Planning and Analysis to drive consolidation, budgeting, and reporting for R&D and Global Medical. You will translate complex data into clear insights for senior leaders and collaborate across functions.

The role emphasizes variance analysis, advanced data visualization, and cross-team coordination with a global scope.