Associate Director, Commercial Finance, U.S. Cell Therapy

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The Associate Director, US Cell Therapy Commercial Finance position will serve as a strategic finance leader supporting U.S. Breyanzi and pre-launch planning for future auto-immune indications. This role primarily serves as a key business partner to the U.S. Breyanzi Commercial Lead, co-owning the full commercial P&L, including Net Sales and Pre-Tax Income. Success in this role requires strong financial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence strategic decisions. This position reports to the Executive Director, Cell Therapy Finance.

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the U.S. Breyanzi Commercial Lead and cross-functional partners, driving strategic planning and execution.

• Lead core financial processes including monthly/quarterly close, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.

• Deliver robust financial insights to enable data-driven decision-making and optimize business performance.

• Proactively challenge business performance and recommend actions to enhance financial outcomes.

• Support resource allocation and financial discipline as new indications and products are launched.

• Collaborate across the Cell Therapy Finance team and broader Commercialization Finance organization to ensure alignment on financial reporting and assumptions.

• Champion the use of digital tools and automation to enhance financial processes and business support.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum education of a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required. CPA and/or MBA preferred.

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in finance roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

• Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills; proficiency in Excel, budgeting, and reporting tools.

• Proven ability to build partnerships and influence in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated digital fluency, with hands-on experience using Power BI, Power Query, and AI/LLM technologies to drive insights and efficiency.

• Experience with SAP and Hyperion is highly desirable.

• High integrity, strong work ethic, and a commitment to financial stewardship.

The starting compensation for this job in New Jersey is a range in from $161,670.00 - $195,900.00, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit Life At BMS - BMS Careers.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to