The Institute MRI offers flexible work arrangements for local candidates (50% on site) and a competitive relocation package for those looking to move to the Cambridge, MA area for this on-site role. Remote arrangements are not available at this time for this role.
THE POSITION
Reporting to the Head of Business Planning & Analysis, the Financial Consolidations Associate Lead will manage all aspects of planning, budgeting, reporting, and forecasting across the organization. In addition, this role will build collaborative relationships with key constituents across the organization, including stakeholders at the Gates Foundation, providing information and coordination as appropriate. Specific job duties are listed below:
Enhance FP&A processes, systems, and tools to improve accuracy and efficiency leveraging automation and AI-enabled solutions, where appropriate, to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and strengthen decision support.
Own the development, maintenance, enhancement, and delivery of financial reports, including portfolio and program-level dashboards. Partner with the Head of Business Planning & Analysis with the development of executive-level presentations
Support strategic initiatives through scenario modeling and investment decision analysis
Provide key support for consolidated budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
Conduct regular financial review of actuals versus plan and communicate key drivers of variance along with identified financial risks and opportunities
Support monthly and quarterly close activities in partnership with accounting
Ensure data integrity and consistency across systems and business outputs
Participate in other ad hoc projects and deliverables as required
QUALIFICATIONS
8-10 years of experience in progressive finance roles in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Global Health experience is a plus
A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field required.
Strong financial acumen and experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning.
Demonstrated financial systems implementation expertise, with hands-on experience evaluating, implementing, optimizing, and working with financial consolidation systems, tools, and related technologies (such as Adaptive Insights, D365 and Coupa) to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Strong understanding of drug development; from preclinical through commercialization.
Team-first mentality with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to translate financial concepts to employees at all levels and across all functions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to set priorities and meet stated deadlines.
Self-starter and results-oriented individual who is comfortable with the ambiguity related to working in a fast-paced, development-stage biotech environment.
Strong Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint skills. Experience with Adaptive Insights a plus.
In recognition of high-wage market differences such as the Cambridge, MA area where this position is located, the salary range for this role is $143,000 to $214,600. As a mission-driven organization, we strive to balance competitive pay with our mission. New hires salaries are typically between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint. Actual placement in the range will depend on a candidate’s job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process.
