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Robert Half
Director of FP&A
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What they do
A Financial Planning Manager manages the planning of financial activities for a company or organization. Leads the budgeting process, prepares financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports; supervises accounting and preparation of financial reports; advises management with regard to finance decisions.
$183,100 / year median in the U.S.
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Jobs › Waltham, MA › Director of FP&A Robert Half Director of FP&A Waltham, MA Apply Description We are looking for an experienced Director of FP& A to join a commercial medical device organization on a Contract basis in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role will lead budgeting and financial planning activities while serving as a strategic advisor to leaders across R& D, Commercial Sales, and other business functions. The position requires close coordination with stakeholders across European time zones and is best suited for someone who can work remotely on Eastern Time while delivering clear, data-driven financial guidance.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end budgeting and forecasting cycle for the commercial medical device business, ensuring plans align with operational goals and revenue expectations.
- Partner with department leaders to develop financial plans, evaluate spending priorities, and provide insights that support sound business decisions.
- Build and maintain financial models that assess performance trends, business scenarios, and key drivers influencing results.
- Analyze gross margin, operating expenses, and overall financial performance to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with teams across multiple regions, including stakeholders in European time zones, to gather inputs and align on planning assumptions.
- Act as an independent finance partner to R& D, Commercial Sales, and additional functions by translating financial data into practical recommendations.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and planning materials for leadership that clearly communicate forecasts, budget variances, and strategic considerations.
- Use advanced Excel capabilities to organize complex data, streamline planning activities, and support detailed financial analysis. Requirements
- Demonstrated experience leading financial planning and analysis activities at a senior level, ideally within a commercial or medical device environment.
- Strong background in annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including building detailed financial models and analyzing large data sets.
- Expertise in financial analysis, including variance review, profitability assessment, and gross margin evaluation.
- Proven ability to work effectively as a business partner across functions such as R& D and Commercial Sales.
- Comfortable operating independently in a Contract role with stakeholders across different time zones.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights clearly to business leaders.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance