Vice President of Finance, FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis)

BGB Group

Vice President of Finance, FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis)

Our Agency

BGB Group is a healthcare communications agency that offers a wide range of services, including traditional pharmaceutical advertising, promotional medical education, payer marketing, and consulting services. Known for excellence and professionalism, we’re hired as strategic and creative partners by our biopharmaceutical clients to drive category/brand awareness and growth.  

Position Overview

The Vice President of Finance, FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis), will play a key leadership role in driving the company's financial strategy and ensuring the effective management of financial operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the successful candidate will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to support executive decision-making and maximize profitability. This role requires a high level of strategic thinking, analytical skills, and cross-functional collaboration.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a hybrid position requiring onsite collaboration. The role will be based out of our office located in New York City. All candidates must be willing to commute into the office on a regular basis. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Strategy:
• Lead the FP&A team to deliver accurate financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.
• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide strategic insights to the executive leadership team on financial performance, key drivers, and opportunities for improvement.
2. Financial Planning & Analysis:
• Oversee the annual budgeting and planning process and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage the forecasting process, including rolling forecasts, and recommend adjustments to strategies based on performance and market changes.
• Lead in-depth financial analysis, providing insights into business performance and highlighting areas for improvement or strategic opportunity.
3. Reporting & Performance Metrics:
• Prepare and present timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports to the executive team and board.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial health and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with business leaders to implement and monitor financial and operational performance metrics.
4. Decision Support:
• Partner with key stakeholders across the organization, including Operations, Marketing, and Sales, to evaluate financial impacts of business decisions.
• Lead financial modeling for new initiatives, capital expenditures, M&A, and other growth opportunities.
• Analyze market trends, competitor performance, and industry data to inform strategic decisions.
5. Team Management & Development:
• Lead and mentor the FP&A team, ensuring professional growth and high performance.
• Foster a collaborative, results-oriented culture within the Finance department.
• Drive continuous improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools.
6. Systems & Process Optimization:
• Identify and implement best practices for financial systems, processes, and technology solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure the alignment of finance operations with company policies and regulatory requirements.
7. Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Identify and assess financial risks, providing recommendations for risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with C-suite executives, board members, and other key stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel/financial modeling skills.
• Strategic thinker with a strong busine