Senior Manager, R&D Finance

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 133,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Equity opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking an experienced FP&A professional to lead global R&D budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting. You will consolidate inputs from R&D, Commercial, and Finance to deliver accurate spend projections and strategic insights.

You will develop advanced financial models, run scenario analyses, and guide portfolio decisions with senior leadership. This role emphasizes automation, cross-functional partnerships, and rigorous financial discipline.

Qualifications

• Seven years of FP&A or finance experience in biotech or life sciences.
• Experience supporting global R&D orgs and budgets.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and modeling.
• Pipeline valuation and scenario modeling experience preferred.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quarterly forecasting, monthly financial reporting, and consolidation for global R&D.
• Consolidate inputs from multiple functions to view R&D spending and projections.
• Prepare executive-ready packages and variance commentary for leadership reviews.
• Support global R&D budgeting, planning, and long-range activities.
• Conduct analyses and pipeline valuations to inform portfolio decisions.
• Develop models, scenario analyses, and risk-adjusted frameworks.
• Collaborate with R&D, Commercial, Finance, and cross-functional teams.
• Translate complex data into actionable recommendations for executives.
• Maintain dashboards, templates, and tools to increase transparency.
• Drive process improvements with automation and AI-enabled tools.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial reporting

FP&A

R&D finance

Variance analysis

Financial modeling

Portfolio valuation

Excel

PowerPoint

Automation/AI tools

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

SAP

TM1

Anaplan

Hyperion

Power BI

Tableau

AI automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/CPA preferred

Related field exposure

Tools

SAP

TM1

Anaplan

Hyperion

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Accountabilities

• Lead quarterly forecasting, monthly financial reporting, and consolidation processes for global Research and Development activities, ensuring accurate financial roll-ups, timely submissions, and clear variance explanations.
• Coordinate financial inputs from multiple functions and development programs to provide a consolidated view of R&D spending, commitments, and projected financial performance.
• Prepare executive-ready financial reporting packages, budget-versus-actual analyses, variance commentary, and risk and opportunity assessments to support leadership reviews and strategic decisions.
• Support global R&D budgeting, financial planning, and long-range planning activities, aligning financial projections with business priorities and development objectives.
• Conduct sophisticated financial analyses and pipeline valuations to assess investment opportunities, evaluate development programs, and inform portfolio prioritization.
• Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and risk-adjusted valuation frameworks to support decisions regarding pipeline investments, project transitions, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with R&D, Commercial, Finance, and other cross-functional stakeholders to deliver actionable financial insights and support governance forums and investment reviews.
• Translate complex scientific, operational, and financial information into clear recommendations that enable executive leadership to assess trade-offs and make informed decisions.
• Maintain and enhance financial models, reporting dashboards, tracking templates, and analytical tools to improve transparency and visibility into R&D expenditures and portfolio performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements through reporting automation, standardized workflows, and modern financial technologies, including AI-enabled tools where appropriate.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial data and reporting outputs while strengthening controls and improving the efficiency of core FP&A processes.
• Manage multiple financial planning and analytical priorities with strong accountability, sound business judgment, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• At least seven years of overall professional experience, including six or more years of progressively responsible financial planning and analysis (FP&A) or finance experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or the life sciences industry.
• Significant experience supporting global R&D organizations, with a strong understanding of research, clinical development, and pharmaceutical development processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing R&D or clinical development budgets, monthly financial close activities, global financial consolidation, and executive reporting.
• Strong experience leading or supporting core FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling, and long-range financial planning.
• Proven expertise in pipeline valuation, portfolio analytics, scenario modeling, and risk-adjusted financial decision-making to support investment prioritization and development strategy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex scientific, operational, and financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships across R&D, Commercial, Finance, and other business functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including the ability to develop sophisticated financial models and communicate findings effectively through executive presentations.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise financial planning and analytics tools, such as SAP, TM1, Anaplan, Hyperion, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Demonstrated experience using automation or AI-enabled tools to improve financial processes, reporting efficiency, and analytical capabilities. Programming skills and experience implementing AI-driven automation are preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, deliver accurate outputs within deadlines, and maintain a high standard of financial rigor.
• Sound business judgment, initiative, adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment, communicating complex financial concepts clearly and influencing decisions without relying solely on formal authority.
• An MBA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, or another relevant advanced qualification is preferred but not required.
• No travel is required for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary: Ranging from $133,000 to $178,000, depending on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and work location.
• Performance-based compensation: Eligibility for an annual bonus or applicable incentive compensation plan, subject to the relevant program terms.
• Equity opportunities: Eligibility for discretionary stock awards and voluntary participation in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible savings options: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), subject to plan eligibility.
• Financial protection: Life insurance benefits.
• Paid time off: Paid leave to support personal commitments, rest, and work-life balance.
• Wellness programs: Resources and initiatives designed to support employee well-being.
• Remote work flexibility: U.S.-based remote position with no travel requirements.
• Strategic business exposure: Opportunities to work closely with senior finance leaders and cross-functional stakeholders on financial planning, portfolio valuation, and investment decisions.
• Professional development: The opportunity to strengthen expertise in R&D finance, financial automation, advanced analytics, and strategic portfolio management within the life sciences sector.
• Purpose-driven impact: Contribute to financial decisions that support research and development investments and the advancement of innovative treatments.