Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

Schrödinger • New York, NY

7d • $180,000 - $270,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to join us in our mission to transform the discovery of therapeutics and materials. As a leader of our Finance team, you’ll partner with the Schrödinger Therapeutics Group (STG), owning that division’s annual plan, forecasts, long-range planning, management reporting, strategic analysis, translating complex financial and operational information into recommendations and actions. You’ll also manage and develop two reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline (MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred)
• At least ten years of progressive experience in FP&A, strategic finance, corporate finance, or divisional finance leadership
• Substantial experience with the cultivation of finance professionals, including direct people management
• Robust proficiency with spreadsheets and experience with enterprise planning, reporting, and business intelligence tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, healthcare, or another research- or innovation-driven industry
• Familiarity with the financial and operational dynamics of scientific R&D, product development, commercialization, licensing, partnerships, or portfolio investment
• A background in public-company, global, or matrixed environments

Responsibilities

• Develop an integrated vision for STG’s financial outlook, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, headcount, and key business drivers
• Lead monthly and quarterly performance reviews, identifying underlying variance drivers, emerging risks and opportunities, and delivery requirements for financial commitments
• Prepare clear, concise, and executive-ready analysis and presentations for STG leadership
• Build models to support portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and product decisions
• Establish and monitor meaningful financial and operational KPIs that connect strategy with execution
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the company, especially Accounting during the monthly and quarterly close process
• Strengthen forecast accuracy, cost transparency, and financial accountability among business leaders and budget owners
• Improve FP&A tools, reporting, data quality, planning processes, automation, and AI adoption
• Represent STG within the broader Finance organization

Benefits

• competitive salary
• equity-based compensation
• healthcare (with dental and vision)
• a 401k
• pre-tax commuter benefits
• a flexible work schedule with hybrid workweeks
• a parental leave program
• over a month of paid vacation time

What This Job Offers

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