Finance Director

PCI Pharma Services•Bedford, NH

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About The Position

The Finance Director directs the Corporation’s fiscal functions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, establishing and maintaining financial reporting systems and controls that support compliance with company policies and procedures and meet customer needs. The role collaborates with leadership to develop business strategies that advance short- and long-term financial objectives and provides leadership to develop a high-performing finance organization. The Finance Director oversees accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial reporting. The position evaluates financial performance, prepares and presents reports to senior leadership, directs the budgeting process, and educates department managers about financial issues affecting their budgets. It partners with the GM and Business Unit on tools and processes for accurate revenue and margin forecasts, and develops strategies to optimize EBITA through cost management, pricing, and operational efficiencies. Additional responsibilities include improving financial processes and automation; advising colleagues on technical financial matters; assessing the financial impact of strategic plans, new programs and strategies, and regulatory actions; and enhancing and enforcing policies and procedures. The role leads and mentors a team of approximately twelve people, evaluates the Finance department’s structure and staffing plan, and supports team members’ professional and personal growth. It also participates in strategic planning and requires approximately 20% travel. The position requires knowledge of and adherence to PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules.

Requirements

15+ years of relevant finance experience as a Finance Director or Controller in a manufacturing facility.
Prior experience in a public company is required.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations, including GAAP/IFRS and SOX compliance.
Full P&L and Balance Sheet responsibility.
Advanced computer skills, including the ability to perform complex computer tasks and operate various computer programs.
Full professional proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing for professional needs.
Very high reasoning skills, including defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions, and interpreting technical instructions and variables.
Master’s degree (M.A.) or CPA and/or 15+ years of related experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the pharmaceutical and/or medical device industries.
Supply chain background and understanding.
Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems; SAP B1 is a plus.

Responsibilities

Direct the Corporation’s fiscal functions in accordance with GAAP and maintain financial reporting systems and controls.
Collaborate with leadership teams to develop business strategies that improve short- and long-term financial objectives.
Lead and develop the finance team and promote accountability and continuous learning.
Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
Drive process improvements and automation to enhance financial efficiency.
Develop strategies to optimize EBITA through cost management, pricing strategies, and operational efficiencies.
Partner with the GM and Business Unit to provide tools and develop processes for accurate revenue and margin forecasts.
Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others in the financial discipline.
Evaluate the organization’s financial performance.
Lead the budgeting process and educate department managers on financial issues affecting their budgets.
Enhance, develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to improve the organization’s operations and effectiveness.
Evaluate and advise on the financial impact of strategic planning decisions, new programs and strategies, and regulatory actions.
Evaluate the Finance department’s organizational structure and team plan to improve efficiency and effectiveness and support employee growth.
Manage a team of approximately twelve people.
Participate as an integral leader in the strategic planning process.
Adhere to PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules.
Travel approximately 20% of the time.
Perform other duties as assigned.