Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Therakos • Radnor, Pennsylvania • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Sep 5, 2026
The Head of FP&A is a senior, hands-on finance leader in a private equity–backed pharmaceutical/biotech environment, responsible for leading enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis and delivers insightful financial reporting (including MD&A) to key stakeholders. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Head of FP&A is expected functioning as a self-sufficient leader who knows what’s needed and how to deliver it with a focus on outcomes and solutions. The Head of FP&A will partner across all areas of the business, and will routinely interface with the company’s private equity investors, to ensure disciplined financial execution, transparency, and accountability. This is a high impact position that will be critical to aligning strategy, operational plans, and capital allocation in a period of growth, transformation, and value creation. It’s an ideal opportunity for a high-performing finance executive who is ready to step up to broader strategic responsibilities in a fast-paced, results-driven setting.
Requirements
- Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field required; MBA, CFA, or other advanced credentials required.
- Experience: 12+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant leadership responsibility in FP&A or similar functions. Hands-on experience in a private equity–backed biotechnology or pharmaceutical organization is required. Experience supporting clinical development programs, including project-based budgeting and spend tracking preferred.
- Technical Skills: Exceptional financial modeling and analytical skills, with a proven ability to turn complex data into actionable insights. Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and executive-level financial reporting (including board and investor reporting). Advanced proficiency with financial systems and software (e.g., NetSuite, enterprise planning tools, Excel/Power BI) and the ability to drive system improvements.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrated success operating in fast-paced, investor-driven environments with high accountability. Experience collaborating directly with C-suite leaders and private equity sponsors, with the savvy to present and defend financial plans and results. Knowledge of biotech/pharma R&D lifecycles and the financial implications of clinical development is strongly preferred.
Personal Attributes
- Ownership & Self-Sufficiency: A self-directed leader who runs the finance function independently and confidently. Takes accountability for outcomes and consistently “owns” the results.
- Results & Solutions Orientation: Unwavering focus on output quality and deadline attainment. Known for delivering high-quality work on time, every time. Proactively finds solutions to complex challenges and navigates obstacles with creativity and determination.
- Clinical & Financial Fluency: Able to speak the language of both science and finance – connects clinical trial progress and operational metrics to financial performance and capital needs. Comfortable diving into the details of clinical operations to understand and influence outcomes in financial terms.
- Grit & Resilience: Remains steady and effective in the face of ambiguity, evolving priorities, and aggressive growth targets. Demonstrates perseverance and a positive approach when tackling tough problems or setbacks.
- Judgment & Pace: Makes sound, data-informed decisions quickly to keep pace with the business. Balances strategic thinking with tactical execution, knowing when to dive deep and when to delegate. Exhibits excellent judgment under pressure, maintaining a sharp focus on both risk management and opportunities for growth.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
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