• Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Remote…

    Cytel (Jackson, MS)


    Reporting to the Senior Director of FP&A, the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis will lead strategic financial partnership for PBS. This highly visible leadership role will drive best-in-class forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics to support business performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. The Director will provide financial leadership, influence commercial strategy, and deliver actionable insights to senior executives.

     

    • Lead the annual budget, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the PBS Division, providing financial modeling to support operational and strategic initiatives

    • Serve as a strategic business partner to PBS leadership by delivering timely, accurate, and insightful monthly financial reporting, including variance analysis, key trends, and future spend projections

    • Develop and present executive-level dashboards, scorecards, and reporting packages with clear commentary on performance drivers, risks, and opportunities

    • Build advanced analytical tools and financial models, incorporating both financial and non-financial metrics to evaluate business and market performance

    • Partner closely with Accounting during month- and quarter-end close to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment of financial results

    • Interpret complex financial and client analytics to influence commercial strategy and guide future investment decisions

    • Translate financial and business analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership

    • Lead ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives, M&A evaluations, and operational decision-making

    • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Product, and Executive Leadership

    • Present regularly to Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders, influencing business direction and financial priorities

    • Mentor and guide junior FP&A team members to strengthen analytical rigor and business partnership

    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA preferred

    • 8–10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, finance, or project-based financial environments

    • Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise; strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets

    • Proven experience developing executive-level financial presentations in PowerPoint

    • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

    • Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with senior leaders and operational teams

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights

    • Strong leadership, influencing, and decision-making capabilities

     

    Cytel Inc. is an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.