We are looking for a skilled Interim Finance Manager to join our team in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within the pharmaceutical industry, offering a unique opportunity to collaborate with senior leadership and provide valuable financial insights. The role involves managing complex financial reporting, consolidations, and delivering strategic analysis to support executive decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee monthly financial close and consolidation processes for R& D operations.<br>• Develop and present executive-level financial reports and insights to leadership teams.<br>• Collaborate with senior managers to ensure accurate reporting, analysis, and workload management.<br>• Act as a primary liaison between Finance and R& D leadership to streamline communication and processes.<br>• Identify opportunities for process optimization and support the implementation of new technologies.<br>• Provide variance analysis and storytelling to explain financial trends and performance.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance forecasting and financial modeling efforts.<br>• Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency and data accuracy.<br>• Contribute strategic insights that challenge assumptions and support business goals.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive finance experience, preferably within R& D or the pharmaceutical sector.<br>• Expertise in financial reporting, consolidations, and month-end close processes.<br>• Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.<br>• Exceptional communication abilities, including crafting and delivering financial narratives.<br>• Familiarity with emerging technologies and tools, such as AI-powered solutions like ChatGPT or Copilot.<br>• A proactive and strategic mindset with the ability to identify and deliver actionable insights.<br>• Experience or interest in coding and systems optimization is a plus.<br>• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

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