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General Description:

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Finance Director responsible for providing comprehensive financial and accounting support to the Hopewell (NJ) site and External Manufacturing operations. This role drives business planning, financial control, performance monitoring, investment analysis, and decision support activities to enable sustainable and competitive manufacturing performance. The position is a key member of the Global Tech Ops (GTO) Finance team and reports directly to the Vice President of GTO Finance.

The successful candidate will bring deep financial acumen, a strong understanding of pharmaceutical operations and a proven ability to partner with senior leadership in a complex global environment. Excellence in this role requires strong prioritization skills within a dynamic environment, outstanding communication abilities, and a proactive, solutions-driven approach.

This role is based in our Hopewell, NJ office.

Essential Functions of the Job:

+ Lead Finance team supporting Hopewell (NJ) Manufacturing and External Manufacturing Operations, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

+ Oversee all accounting activities and maintain robust financial controls for both Hopewell Manufacturing and External Manufacturing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal and external standards.

+ Review and approve monthly operating results, guaranteeing precise accounting treatment and adherence to regulatory requirements.

+ Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports, providing in-depth analysis of cost trends, variances, and forward-looking projections to inform strategic decisions.

+ Partner with leadership teams to drive operational performance, proactively identifying and managing risks and opportunities.

+ Lead the development, presentation, and management of financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and long-range strategic plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

+ Review and approve annual standard product cost calculations, ensuring methodologies reflect budget assumptions.

+ Support capital investment decisions and oversee capital project accounting, providing financial insights to guide investments and manage project financials.

+ Advise the leadership team on strategic projects and investment decisions, offering financial guidance for key initiatives.

+ Ensure strict compliance with corporate policies, GAAP, and internal controls to safeguard financial integrity and reporting reliability.

+ Actively participate in ERP implementation and enhancement projects, leveraging financial expertise to optimize systems and reporting capabilities.

Education Required:

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting required

Required Qualifications:

+ Minimum of a Bachelors degree with 10 + years of accounting/financial experience with 8 plus years of relevant finance experience in the pharmaceutical industry and in supporting manufacturing organizations. Experience in cost accounting is required.

+ Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting with 8 + years of relevant finance experience in the pharmaceutical industry and in supporting manufacturing organizations is preferred.

+ Experience in cost accounting is required.

+ CPA preferred.

+ Strong financial control, reporting and analytical skills with demonstrated business impact in previous roles.

+ Significant experience in inventory and product cost accounting within pharmaceutical industry preferred.

+ Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration, influencing decision-making across diverse teams and organizational levels.

+ Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex data into clear, actionable insights.

+ Highly motivated self-starter with a willingness to assume responsibility, take ownership their work and intelligently challenge the status quo.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

+ Lead and develop a high-performing team

Computer Skills:

+ Excellent computer software skills (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

+ Experience using SAP and EPM tools (e.g., TM1, Hyperion, Adaptive, etc)

Travel:

+ Minimum travel required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.