FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of a Commercial FP&A Senior Finance Manager?
The primary responsibility of a Commercial FP&A Senior Finance Manager is to provide oversight and support for global sales teams, transforming practical insights into financially sound decisions to drive accountability and growth.
What kind of education and experience is required for this role?
A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required, with an MBA, CPA, or MA preferred but not required. Additionally, 7+ years of direct experience in financial analysis, reporting, and accounting within a large company is necessary.
What key skills and abilities should a candidate possess for this role?
A candidate should have the ability to partner across groups, divisions, and functions to understand business needs, handle large sets of data, meet timelines, and achieve results in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in MS Excel is required, with experience in Oracle, HFM/CMR, and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) being preferred.
What is a typical day like for a Commercial FP&A Senior Finance Manager?
A typical day involves supporting the global forecasting and planning process, collaborating with Commercial and Marketing leadership, using key performance indicators to build growth strategies, ensuring alignment between global and regional requirements, mentoring team members, and completing special projects such as go-to market strategies.
How does this role contribute to the growth and success of the Biosciences Division?
The Commercial FP&A Senior Finance Manager plays a crucial role in translating insights into financially sound decisions that drive growth and accountability within the Biosciences Division, supporting global sales teams and collaborating across divisions to achieve strategic goals.