Manager, Finance

Job Purpose

The Finance Manager plays a key role in supporting the Finance leadership team by delivering accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis that drives effective decision-making across the business. The role partners with business units to ensure robust financial planning, identifies opportunities for performance improvement, and provides timely insights into operational and financial results. The Finance Manager helps maintain strong financial controls, supports the budgeting process, and provides actionable recommendations to leadership.

Key Responsibilitie

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Business Partnership & Analys

is· Partner with business units to provide financial insight, ensuring business decisions are underpinned by robust analysi

s.· Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and regular performance review

s.· Analyze financial and operational results, highlighting risks and opportunitie

s.· Communicate the financial impact of business initiatives in a clear and actionable wa

y.
Financial Planning & Report

ing· Prepare and review financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses. · Deliver accurate and timely management reporting, supporting leadership decision-maki

ng.· Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and internal contro

ls.· Monitor and report on key financial KPIs and recommend corrective actions where need

ed.
Process Improvement & Cont

rols· Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and accur

acy.· Ensure financial planning processes are aligned with business priorit

ies.· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operati

ons.
People & Collabor

ation· Provide direction and guidance to Analysts or junior finance staff where applic

able.· Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure financial alignment with business stra

tegy.· Contribute to building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within Fin

ance.Other · Carryout any other reasonable duties as reque

sted.
Functional Competencies (Technical knowledge/S

kills)· Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication s

kills.· Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and present data cl

early.· Proficiency in financial planning, analysis, and reporting

tools.· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced enviro

nment.· Self-starter with attention to detail and ownership of deliver

ables.· Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeho

lders.
Experience, Education, and Certifi

cations· Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related

field.· 4–6 years of progressive finance experience, ideally including FP&A and business part

nering.· Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and management rep

orting.· Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies, and pro

cesses.· Experience working in a regulated or complex business environment is an adv

antage.
This role is based in the Perceptive office located in Needham, MA. The annual base salary range for this role is $85,282- $158,380. This range represents the anticipated initial annual salary and may vary depending on several factors including the candidate’s experience and skills and may be subject to market rate adj