Associate Director Financial Planning & Analysis

MSD • Rahway, NJ

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Animal Health GMTS COE Finance role supports financial planning, forecasting, management reporting, and consolidation activities for the Global Marketing & Operations & Technology Solutions organizations. It coordinates FP&A and controllership deliverables across teams and regions, providing financial analysis and insights to support business decision-making.

The position coordinates consolidation, analysis, and reporting of total GMTS organizational spending across Atlas and non-Atlas entities, prepares monthly financial insights and variance analysis, and supports close activities. It also coordinates controllership for GMTS non-Atlas entities, partners with local finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting, and supports internal controls and resolution of audit items.

The role coordinates planning and forecasting, including calendars, templates, system submissions, and deliverables. It consolidates forecast materials, analyzes variances, trends, drivers, risks, and opportunities, and prepares analyses and presentations for leadership reviews. It also recommends improvements to planning processes and tools.

The role partners with Animal Health COE Finance and other stakeholders to improve reporting and analytics, streamline processes, and increase team efficiency through systems and digital tools. It participates in special projects and cross-functional finance initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.).
• At least 5 years of work experience in finance, accounting, financial analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong focus on accuracy, quality, organization, attention to detail, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while producing high-quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop, articulate, and build support around sound financial analytics.
• Innovative and strategic thinking with effective problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused and collaborative, with the ability to work well in a team and foster professional relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of company accounting, financial reporting, and planning systems and processes.
• Experience with financial systems and tools including SAP, FSA, BPC BRIDGES, and Thinkcell.

Nice To Haves

• M.B.A. and/or C.P.A.
• Familiarity with internal planning and reporting processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate consolidation, analysis, and reporting of total GMTS organizational spend across Atlas and non-Atlas entities.
• Prepare monthly financial insights, management reporting, and variance analysis to support GMTS leadership reporting.
• Support monthly close activities and collaborate with the team to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Coordinate controllership activities for GMTS non-Atlas entities, including financial reporting, validation, and resolution of accounting issues.
• Partner with local finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting for non-Atlas entities.
• Support compliance with internal controls and financial policies for non-Atlas entities, including monitoring and resolving open audit items.
• Coordinate planning and forecasting activities across the GMTS organization.
• Manage planning calendars, templates, system submissions, and key deliverables.
• Coordinate forecast submissions across teams, ensuring completeness, consistency, and clarity.
• Consolidate forecast materials and perform variance, trend, and driver analysis, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial analyses, presentations, and key messages for leadership reviews and decision-making.
• Recommend and implement improvements to forecasting processes and planning tools.
• Develop and enhance reporting and analytics to improve financial insights and business decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting capabilities, and increase team efficiencies through systems and digital tools.
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional finance initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director