Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. Director, R&D Finance FP&A and Portfolio as part of the Finance team based in Bridgewater, NJ.

Role Overview

A key member in the Pipeline Finance team, serving as the dedicated financial partner for the Pipeline functions, leading Finance Analyst in Data Management, Reporting and Dashboarding, and Analytics support senior management decision making. Based in the US, this role reports directly to our CFO.

This role will take charge of end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and analysis work in the R&D field, support the establishment and optimization of a standardized FP&A system, provide professional financial support for the implementation of R&D strategies, optimal allocation of resources and investment decisions, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and ensure that the R&D financial FP&A work is aligned with the overall financial strategy of Legend and Pipeline BU.

It translates Pipeline strategy into actionable plans for Pipeline projects, provides tailored financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and collaborates with Pipeline leadership, other FP&A colleagues and Pipeline Finance Analysts to ensure financial alignment and data-driven decisions.

The Ideal candidate should have pharmaceutical/biotech FP&A experience with RD familiarity, strong strategic thinking, data analysis and independent work abilities. Must be US-based, able to collaborate cross-functionally in a matrix environment, and support RD Finance strategy execution.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of driving improved financial performance, enhancing productivity, strengthening internal controls, and advancing systems and processes. Success requires high learning agility, the ability to collaborate across diverse and geographically dispersed teams, and skill navigating a complex, matrixed environment.
Strong leadership is essential to support business decision-making and ensure smart resource allocation across the R&D pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Portfolio Financial Leadership

• Support RD Finance Head in defining the financial strategy for Pipeline BU, as well as the overall development portfolio, including resource allocation across the pipeline.
• Align Pipeline Finance strategy with Pipeline needs, support FP&A process optimization and standardize best practices across projects and therapeutic areas.
• Provide strategic financial input into the Pipeline Strategy and business plan, enhancing transparency of cost, value, and return on investment.

FP&A Execution & Budget Management

• Develop operating plans and budgets that support timely and high-quality delivery of business objectives, including benchmarking and tracking efficiency improvements.
• Take charge of budget preparation, review, consolidation and variance analysis, ensuring alignment with R&D strategy and Pipeline priorities.
• Regularly report budget execution, forecast deviations and performance to the RD Finance Head with targeted insights.

Consolidation, Analytics, Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Leading RD Finance consolidation, data management, reporting and analytics.
• Conduct RD-focused financial analysis (cost, ROI, resource efficiency) and apply advanced financial skills to address early development uncertainty.
• Partner with Pipeline leadership team to support project prioritization, resource allocation and investment decisions, maximizing portfolio value.
• Track Pipeline financial KPIs, establish performance measurement frameworks, analyze deviations and propose improvement measures to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure high-quality financial evaluations for investment decisions and prepare robust financial materials for Senior Executive Team review.

Cost Control & Compliance

• Manage budget execution, warn of risks, coordinate corrective actions and control costs to ensure operational plans remain within established budgets.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and support implementation to enhance resource utilization efficiency.
• Maintain accountability for SOX and FCF controls, ensure FP&A compliance with Finance Standards, policies and relevant global clinical trial accounting policies.

Collaboration & Process Enhancement

• Collaborate with the Pipeline team to understand business needs and resolve financial collaboration issues.
• Coordinate with other FP&A colleagues and RD Finance Analysts for data/report support, aligning ways of working.
• Identify and support partnership opportunities and external collaborations to enable portfolio growth.
• Develop and optimize FP&A processes that effectively support evolving R&D and Pipeline business needs, contributing to global policy/program implementation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA, CPA, or CMA is a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive FP&A experience, preferably in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, with specific experience supporting R&D functions.
• Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (Pivot tables, macros, data modeling).
• Expertise in Anaplan (as the SME) and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

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Summary

At Factory Direct Enterprises LLC d/b/a Ashley (FDE), we are committed to "Amazing" our Team Members by supporting their journey toward becoming their best selves. This commitment is reflected in our competitive compensation, benefits, culture, and growth opportunities, all of which align with our vision of being the employer of choice in every community we serve.

Who We Are:

• #1 Selling Furniture Brand in the World
• #1 Retailer of Furniture and Bedding in the United States

As an industry leader, we offer the best compensation package in the furniture industry, including:

• Competitive Base Salary range between $ $105,000 – $125,000 annually based on qualifications and relevant experience.
• 401(k) Program with a company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay, including your birthday.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits starting as low as $25 a week.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring qualified candidates for open positions.
• Competitive Advantage: Eligibility for the FDE G3 Profit-Sharing Program, designed to reward disciplined execution, responsible growth, and shared company success through annual incentive payouts

Our Culture and Team Member Programs: At FDE, we pride ourselves on a culture of recognition and growth. We believe in investing in our team and value their feedback through programs like Employee Surveys. Our Ashley Cares programs highlight our commitment to our team, our guests, and our communities, including:

• Hope to Dream: For every mattress sold, a portion of the proceeds is used to purchase and donate beds to children in need (ages 3-16).
• Give a Day: Every Team Member is encouraged to volunteer for one day per year with an approved organization, and we'll pay you for that day.
• Corporate Chaplains: Providing support in areas such as grief care, hospital visits, marriage and parenting support, aging parents, and stress management.
• Life Resources: Quarterly events supporting Team Members in areas like finances, relationships, health, and wellness.
• Team Member Relief Fund: Offering financial support for unexpected life events.
• SmartDollar: A FREE financial wellness program to help you budget, reduce debt, and save for the future.

Essential Functions

The Senior FP&A Analyst will support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis across revenue, margin, inventory, and operating expenses, with a strong understanding of how the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements interact. This role partners with sales, operations, and supply chain to analyze key drivers such as volume, pricing, mix, COGS, and labor. The ideal candidate has experience in a retail, wholesale, or manufacturing environment and demonstrates strong capability in variance analysis, KPI tracking, and working capital management. The Senior FP&A Analyst delivers clear, decision‑ready insights with a high level of ownership, efficiency, and executive‑level communication.

The FP&A Senior Analyst is a strategic finance partner responsible for transforming data into actionable insights that drive business performance across Factory Direct Enterprises (FDE). This role goes beyond reporting numbers — it exists to explain, influence, and improve results.

The FP&A Senior Analyst leads forecasting, budgeting, month-end analysis, and financial modeling efforts that inform critical decisions for leadership and the Board. The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with strong business acumen, communicates clearly, and takes full ownership of deliverables from start to finish. This position requires curiosity, initiative, and the confidence to challenge assumptions while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Reporting & Analysis

• Lead the month-end financial analysis process, delivering accurate and timely reporting packages that summarize company performance.
• Perform detailed variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior year — identifying root causes and actionable insights.
• Prepare the monthly Executive Financial Package and quarterly Board reporting slides, including commentary that clearly communicates key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure understanding of key accruals, adjustments, and timing variances impacting reported results.
• Present monthly results to Finance leadership and support follow-up analysis as needed.

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the monthly forecasting process, ensuring completion and submission by the 8th business day of each month.
• Partner with business leaders to identify drivers, risks, and opportunities that impact performance.
• Build and maintain forecasting frameworks that link operational inputs (sales, traffic, units, and headcount) to financial outcomes.
• Prepare clear variance analyses and commentary that summarize financial trends and inform future forecasts.
• Support leadership with forward-looking projections and scenario analyses that guide business decisions.

Budgeting & Strategic Planning

• Own the annual budgeting process from timeline creation to Board presentation.
• Coordinate data collection and validation across departments to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Consolidate departmental budgets into a fully reconciled company-wide budget, with supporting schedules and assumptions.
• Develop presentation materials and narratives summarizing key takeaways, performance goals, and strategic priorities.
• Deliver a final, presentation-ready budget that requires minimal management intervention.

Financial Modeling & Analysis

• Design and maintain an integrated forecasting model that projects revenue through cash monthly.
• Use models to perform sensitivity analysis and scenario testing, evaluating the financial impact of different business outcomes.
• Continuously improve model accuracy and usability through automation, data integration, and enhanced logic.
• Translate model outputs into clear, actionable recommendations that inform leadership decisions.

Performance Reporting & Insights

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of recurring operational reports and dashboards (Power BI, Excel, or similar), ensuring the development team delivers clear, actionable insights into project progress, throughput, quality, and overall departmental performance.

• Automate recurring reports to improve efficiency and timeliness while ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Produce executive-ready slides and analyses that summarize the “what,” “why,” and “what’s next” of company performance.
• Partner with department leaders to explain trends and ensure alignment on drivers, impacts, and corrective actions.
• Continuously evolve reporting tools to enhance clarity and relevance to the business.

Business Partnership & Communication

• Serve as the financial partner to department and operational leaders.
• Communicate proactively — sharing insights and updates before being asked.
• Participate in business reviews, providing clear financial context and recommendations for improvement.
• Build trust and credibility through consistent follow-through, accuracy, and ownership.

Process Improvement & Leadership

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate planning, reporting, and analysis processes.
• Collaborate with IT/Development to improve data accuracy and integration across systems (ERP, Power BI, Excel).
• Mentor team members by sharing best practices in modeling, variance analysis, and presentation development.
• Uphold FDE’s core values — humility, teamwork, relentlessness, and passion for service — in every aspect of work.

Schedule Expectations

• Full-time Position - Minimum of 40 hours per week
• Hybrid Schedule: Mon/Tues/Thurs in office required

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or CFA a plus.
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or strategic analysis.
• Strong experience with month-end financial reporting, forecasting, and executive presentations.
• Proven ability to manage the budgeting process and deliver insights directly to senior leadership.
• Retail, distribution, or multi-location business experience preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, dynamic arrays, pivot tables, scenario modeling).
• Proficiency in Power Query and Power BI or other business intelligence tools.
• Experience with ERP systems (Royal4, STORIS, NetSuite, or comparable).
• Strong understanding of GAAP financial statements, variance analysis, and data validation.

• Ability to automate reporting processes and build efficient analytical tools.

Core Competencies:

• Extreme Ownership: Takes full accountability for results and outcomes.
• Analytical Rigor: Synthesizes large data sets into clear, actionable insights.
• Proactive Communication: Keeps leadership informed and anticipates information needs.
• Strategic Thinking: Connects financial data to business drivers and outcomes.
• Process Improvement: Continuously challenges inefficiencies to optimize performance.
• Executive Presence: Delivers analysis and recommendations confidently and clearly.

Who We Are

Cross River builds the infrastructure behind the world’s most innovative financial products. Our technology and capital solutions power payments, cards, lending, and digital asset capabilities that move money safely, instantly, and inclusively — trusted by leading fintechs, enterprises, and disruptors across the globe.

Our mission is simple: to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all. Guided by a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and purpose, Cross River has been named one of American Banker’s Best Places to Work in Fintech year after year. Whether you’re designing code, solving regulatory puzzles, or developing strategy, you’ll join a team where innovation and integrity drive everything we do — and where your work helps shape the future of finance.

What We're Looking For

Cross River’s Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team is responsible for the annual budgeting process, as well as managing forecasts, variance analysis, corporate and divisional reporting other financial performance tools. We are seeking a highly motivated associate to join our rapidly growing FP&A team in our Fort Lee office. You will assist with compiling and preparing reports, analyzing divisional cost performance and trends, financial operations and work collaboratively across all financial departments to enable strategic decision-making leveraging Pigment, Power BI, and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Board and Investor reporting and other ad hoc analysis as requested by the key stakeholders
• Revenue Cost control (analysis of cost trends, explanation of variances to budget, and proposing remediation actions)
• Assist in preparation of annual budget and update quarterly reforecasts
• Ad-hoc support and scenario analysis
• Prepare and analyze KPI’s by business units
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in business unit format
• Analyze business unit profitability and performance against targets
• Client profitability reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (CPA and/or CFA is a plus)
• 3+ years of experience in accounting or financial analyst roles (Big 4 experience a plus)
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and with senior business leaders
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the proven ability to focus on the details
• Experience and knowledge of financial planning
• Banking or Fintech experience a plus
• Experience with Pigment a plus and/or experience with Anaplan, Hyperion and Prologue
• Public company experience a plus

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Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Who We Are

Cross River builds the infrastructure behind the world’s most innovative financial products. Our technology and capital solutions power payments, cards, lending, and digital asset capabilities that move money safely, instantly, and inclusively — trusted by leading fintechs, enterprises, and disruptors across the globe.

Our mission is simple: to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all. Guided by a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and purpose, Cross River has been named one of American Banker’s Best Places to Work in Fintech year after year. Whether you’re designing code, solving regulatory puzzles, or developing strategy, you’ll join a team where innovation and integrity drive everything we do — and where your work helps shape the future of finance.

What We're Looking For

The Associate, FP&A will focus on the Total Cost of the organization. They will be responsible for overseeing the reporting, planning, forecasting, and analysis of costs within our organization. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimize cost structures and drive efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust financial models to forecast and analyze costs, including but not limited to operating expenses, capital expenditures, overhead costs, cost allocations and compensation spend.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights into cost trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with department heads and business leaders to understand cost drivers and identify areas for cost optimization and savings.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for cost centers, working closely with stakeholders to establish realistic targets and allocate resources effectively.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of cost performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities to enhance financial performance.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely recording of costs and adherence to financial reporting standards.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and implement best practices in cost management.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics that may impact cost management strategies.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively, both verbally and in writing, to diverse stakeholders across the organization.
• Demonstrate a high level of independence, initiative, and attention to detail in executing tasks and delivering results.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on cost management, preferably in the banking or fintech industry.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and draw meaningful insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial planning software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.

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Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00