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Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Remote - USA)

Cytel
United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jan 2026

About the role

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
 

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