Associate Director, FP&A - US

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What the Associate Director, FP&A does at Worldwide

The Associate Director, Global FP&A will support complex financial planning, reporting, and analysis activities. This position also develops and communicates financial insights, measures of success, and ensures data driven decision making. This includes responsibility for regular and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis, measurement scorecards, identifying and mitigating risks to achieve the organization's short and long-term financial goals and strategic priorities.

What you will do

• Work closely with Finance leadership and the broader finance and accounting team to produce high quality, Monthly Board reports including the development of reporting processes
• Responsible for forecasting, monitoring, reporting, and analysis of company financial results
• Monthly review of financial statements to ensure accuracy and identify risks and opportunities in a timely manner
• Contribute to the development of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and financial strategies that align with the organization's business objectives.
• Ensure consistency and application of budgeting and forecasting processes and policies across all functions.
• Partner with significant areas of the business, to enable delivery of financial targets through comprehensive financial analysis, trend identification and resource allocation
• Consolidation of global financial results and forecasts including onward presentations to senior finance management
• Provide finance support to Corporate functions which may include: Business Development, People Strategy and Culture, Legal, Finance, IT, and QA.

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent project leadership and consultancy skills in order to function as an effective and respected partner to internal partners at all levels of the organization
• In-depth knowledge of accounting/financial principles and best practices with sophisticated analytical and quantitative skills
• Proven leadership and business acumen with ability to understand complex organizational structures and environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Can identify and implement plans and activities to drive increased profitability
• Lead major FP&A projects and develop plans to deliver initiatives within the business
• Implement change initiatives impacting on finance and non-finance teams

Your experience

• BA/BS degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and Finance experience, preferably within a Pharmaceutical or CRO environment
• Strong financial modeling and valuation analysis abilities
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to identify areas of process improvement and implement solutions specifically driving efficiency gains within the business.

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. 

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