Director, Finance, Stores & Finance Operations

Azenta Life Sciences

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About The Position

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity Job TitleDirector, Finance, Stores & Finance Operations Job Description Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute financial strategies that align with organizational goals for stores and Finance operations. Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for store performance and operational functions. Operational Finance: Drive process improvements in inventory management, cost control, and store-level profitability. Business Partnering: Collaborate with stores leadership, operations teams, and corporate finance to support growth initiatives and optimize resource allocation. Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Experience: 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record in retail or multi-unit operations finance. Skills: Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities. Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and operational metrics. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel; experience with BI tools is a plus. Leadership: Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive change in a fast-paced environment. EOE M/F/Disabled/VET If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [email protected] for assistance. Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. United States Base Compensation: $174,000.00 - $218,000.00 The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs. Azenta is a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and multiomics services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. As a global leader in R&D multiomics services, Azenta Life Sciences, leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before. To view more job openings please visit our career site at Careers | Azenta Life Sciences

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in retail or multi-unit operations finance.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and operational metrics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive change in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA preferred.
• experience with BI tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with organizational goals for stores and Finance operations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for store performance and operational functions.
• Drive process improvements in inventory management, cost control, and store-level profitability.
• Collaborate with stores leadership, operations teams, and corporate finance to support growth initiatives and optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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