Sr. Director, FP&A and Business Planning

Telix Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic, fast-growing radiopharmaceutical company with offices in Australia (HQ), Belgium, Japan, Switzerland, and the United States. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of precision medicine through targeted radiation. At our core, we exist to create products that seek to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer and rare diseases. You will be supporting the international roll-out of our approved prostate cancer imaging agent and helping us to advance our portfolio of late clinical-stage products that address significant unmet need in oncology and rare diseases.

See Yourself at Telix

The Senior Director, FP&A & Business Planning is a strategic finance leader responsible for enterprise budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning for the Telix enterprise and Financial support and performance management for one of the company’s business units. The role partners closely with the Group and Business Unit CFOs and senior leadership to translate financial and market data into actionable insights, drive resource allocation and capital decisions, and ensure high-quality, timely reporting to support growth and profitability. The Senior Director leads a high-performing team, owns scalable planning processes and systems, and enables cross-functional decision-making through rigorous analysis and clear communication.

Key Accountabilities:

This role requires a blend of hands-on analysis and high-level strategic guidance.

Enterprise Financial Strategy, Planning & Leadership

• Lead the development and governance of the annual operating plan and long‑range plan, aligning financial targets with strategic objectives for business units and corporate functions.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the Group and Business Unit CFOs and executive team; frame trade‑offs, risks, and opportunities that influence investment and capital allocation decisions.
• Establish planning calendars, timelines, and standards that drive accountability and predictability across the enterprise.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Market Guidance

• Direct monthly/quarterly reforecasting to provide up‑to‑date outlooks; synthesize drivers and variances with clear, executive‑ready narratives and implications.
• Integrate market analysis (e.g., demand trends, competitive dynamics, pricing) into forecasts and scenario plans to inform guidance and commercial decision‑making.
• Partner with Commercial, Operations, R&D, and G&A leaders to align assumptions and ensure plans reflect operational realities.

Capital Structure, Investment Analysis & M&A

• Oversee investment business cases and ROI analysis for growth initiatives, capacity expansion, and technology programs; recommend prioritization and capital deployment.
• Lead complex financial and operating models (P&L, Cash Flow, Balance Sheet; driver‑based) to evaluate scenarios and sensitivities.
• Provide financial leadership on M&A, partnerships, and integrations (e.g., valuation models, synergy cases, diligence support), coordinating with Corporate Development, Accounting, Tax, and Legal.

Financial Reporting & Performance Management

• Own the business unit management reporting suite (monthly/quarterly packages, dashboards) that clearly articulates performance, trends, and actions.
• Ensure alignment of FP&A outputs with accounting standards and internal controls; partner with Controllership for close, consolidation, and variance analysis.
• Prepare materials for executive leadership and the Board, translating complex analyses into concise recommendations.

Business Performance & KPIs

• Define and evolve enterprise and business‑unit KPIs; institute consistent measurement, visualization, and cadence (e.g., performance reviews, business reviews).
• Deliver insights that improve revenue quality, margin expansion, cost discipline, working capital, and cash conversion.
• Support operational excellence initiatives with data‑driven analytics and root‑cause analysis.

Systems, Data, & Process Optimization

• Champion continuous improvement across planning systems and data architecture (e.g., ERP and EPM/Planning tools); drive automation, standardization, and self‑service analytics.
• Ensure data integrity and single‑source‑of‑truth for planning and reporting; define master data and governance standards in partnership with IT/Finance Systems.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Partnership

• Build, lead, and develop a diverse FP&A and Business Planning team; set clear goals, coach for impact, and foster a culture of integrity and collaboration.
• Act as the primary finance partner to senior leaders across functions; influence decisions through thoughtful challenge and fact‑based recommendations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA is highly preferred.
• 10-15+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance, including leadership of teams and enterprise planning processes.
• Prior experience with a Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences company is a plus
• Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling and advanced use of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong experience with financial planning software (e.g., Workiva, OneStream) and large-scale ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite).
• Deep understanding of IFRS and financial statements; ability to connect operational drivers to financial outcomes.
• Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical/MedTech experience preferred; experience in a publicly listed environment (e.g., ASX/NASDAQ) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Key Capabilities:

• Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do
• Results-oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results
• Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges
• Strong communication skills: Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language
• Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals
• Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges
• Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges
• Ethical behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders
• Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills