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Director, Global Oncology Financial Planning & Analysis (Hybrid - Rahway, NJ)

Merck · Rahway, NJ · 2 mo ago
$157k–$247k/yrFull-time

This role supports financial planning and analysis for an immunotherapy medication and other oncology assets, coordinating overall Oncology consolidation for planning purposes. The Finance Director will partner extensively with Marketing Operations and Global Development Leaders (GDLs) to provide insights and analytics that drive business decisions as the oncology portfolio expands across all regions. Reports to the Global Oncology Associate Vice President.

Responsibilities

  • Provide financial support to Marketing Operations and coordinate the LCM team to deliver forecast outputs.
  • Support GDLs with consolidated financial information.
  • Assist Global Planning for Long Range Operating Plan (LROP), August Forecast, and Budget cycles (e.g., financial guidance, management presentations, templates, and Financial Calendar).
  • Ensure alignment with Human Health International, Human Health Global Center of Excellence, and the Forecasting Team on responsibilities and expectations for each cycle.
  • Align with the Research & Development Division and assist in study prioritization.
  • Liaise with the Forecasting Center of Excellence to gather granular tumor details for LROP and Budget cycles and provide variance explanations.
  • Develop materials for Senior Leadership.
  • Collaborate with other finance Centers of Excellence to ensure high-quality financial reports and analysis.
  • Provide ad hoc support to the marketing team, including Tally and Impairment analysis as needed.
  • Ensure alignment on closing activities and provide background information to support variance analysis.
  • Manage 2 direct reports.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: BS/BA in Finance, Business, or Economics, or an MBA with a concentration in these areas.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience, including at least 5 in finance-related roles.
  • Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to deliver high-quality results under tight timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of an organization, including senior management.
  • High motivation and strong customer focus.
  • Quick learner with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with SAP, BPC, Excel, PowerPoint, and ThinkCell.
  • Solid knowledge of the company’s financial tools.
  • Experience in Oncology or the Pharmaceutical Industry.

Skills

  • Business Strategy Development
  • Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
  • Financial Competence
  • Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Pay

The salary range for this role is $156,900.00 - $247,000.00. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance benefits (for employee and family).
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
  • Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate, and sick days.

Schedule

  • 10% travel required.
  • Hybrid flexible work arrangements.

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