Associate Director, Strategic Finance, Global Functions FP&A

Biogen

Associate Director leading financial planning and analysis for Biogen's Global Functions, focusing on budgeting and strategic financial partnership. Involved in investment decisions and financial modeling.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $151,000 - $208,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and planning activities for designated GPS&C functions.
Deliver timely and accurate monthly and quarterly management reporting, highlighting risks and opportunities, and actionable insights for leadership decision-making
Influence resource allocation and operating decisions by delivering data-driven financial insights and challenging assumptions as a strategic finance partner
Drive financial discipline through effective planning, control, and execution.
Lead financial evaluation and provide recommendations on investment decisions, including business case development, valuation, and vendor contract assessment
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and documentation of financial records and business cases.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for GPS&C.
Support consolidation efforts and prepare earnings materials and flux analysis , translating financial results into clear business implications
Play a key role in the Day 5 Close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and alignment across stakeholders
Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies.
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Provide financial input for strategy and governance decisions.
Clearly articulate asset financial positions, risks, and recommendations.
Prepare materials for executive management and Board of Director presentations
Develop long-range asset profit and loss outlooks for global forecasting by and providing perspective on key drivers, assumptions, and risks impacting performance
Shape franchise strategy and enterprise planning activities.
Partner with regional finance teams to understand local asset strategies, performance, and risks, integrating insights into a cohesive global financial perspective.
Support ad hoc finance projects and business process improvement initiatives as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, audit, or related roles.
Advanced experience with Excel and PowerPoint.
Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities, including valuation methodologies
Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Strong business acumen with the ability to convey impactful stories using data.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and partner across functions.
Proven ability to operate independently, exercise judgment, and influence cross-functional partners in ambiguous environments.
Attention to detail with the ability to apply an 80/20 mindset where appropriate.
Strong foundation in financial analysis, modeling, valuation methodologies, and financial theory.
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.
Prior experience in investment banking, strategic finance, or biopharma industry roles.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

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Hard Skills & Tools

budgetingforecastingfinancial reportingfinancial analysisfinancial modelingvaluation methodologiesinvestment evaluationbusiness case developmentflux analysislong-range profit and loss outlooks

Soft Skills

analytical skillscritical thinkingbusiness acumencommunication skillsinfluenceindependent operationjudgmentattention to detailstrategic thinkingoperational execution