Finance Director

Finance Director

Carlsbad, CA

At PolyNovo, we are committed to improving the outcomes of patients through the development and provision of the best surgical solutions possible. PolyNovo develops innovative medical devices utilizing the patented bioabsorbable polymer technology NovoSorb. Our lifesaving and life-changing products have revolutionized the treatment of burns and major trauma, and have multiple emerging indications. With 130 employees in the U.S. and over 300 worldwide, PolyNovo has positively impacted the lives of more than 65,000 patients globally.

About The Role

The Finance Director leads Finance and Accounting for North America. In this role you will manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, while also contributing to strategic decision-making and long-term financial plans. Responsibilities include leading the finance team, ensuring regulatory compliance, business partnering, maintaining strong relationships with third party financial institutions and service providers, as well as playing a crucial role in identifying areas for improvement, implementing strategies, driving profitability, and ensuring that the organization operates as efficiently as possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead Regional Finance Operations: Oversee accounting, FP&A, financial reporting, audits, and compliance with statutory and corporate requirements.
• Strategic Financial Leadership: Drive P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and business reviews; ensure alignment of financial strategy with organizational goals.
• Reporting & Analytics: Manage preparation and delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; interpret financial results, investigate variances, and implement recovery plans.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with leadership teams, state managers, and operational stakeholders to support decision-making and accountability for financial targets.
• Process Improvement & Efficiency: Identify opportunities for operational and financial improvements; implement best practices across finance and operations.
• Cash Flow & Tax Management: Oversee cash flow reporting and statutory taxation obligations.
• Strategic Projects & Initiatives: Participate in key projects and work closely with Finance HQ to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Lead and inspire the team by setting a clear vision, fostering collaboration, and modeling company values of integrity, fairness, and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, manage performance through clear goals, KPIs, feedback, and coaching, and address non-performance promptly.
• Attract, develop, and engage diverse talent to meet business needs while ensuring adherence to legal, policy, and financial requirements, including managing external relationships.
• Executive Partnership & Strategic Insight: Support the President of North America and the U.S. Commercial leadership team with financial analysis and strategic insights to drive informed decision-making, optimize performance, and advance regional business objectives.
• Work closely with the CFO and Group Financial Controller based in head office Melbourne Australia to ensure alignment of strategic and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/finance/accounting/economics or related area.
• MBA or CPA preferred but not required.
• 10-15+ years of experience in finance and accounting.
• 5+ years in a senior finance position managing a team.
• 3-5+ years in medical device or healthcare related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to take accountability for the quality and timeliness of work outputs while maintaining high personal and professional standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within small team environments, self-starter with proactive problem-solving skills and strong personal initiative.

Benefits

• Total compensation package consisting of base salary, bonus, and incentive plans
• 401k plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Generous paid time off, 12 company holidays, and two paid Nurture days per year
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers

The salary range for this position is $185,000 - $215,000. Your application is read by actual human beings. No automated screening tools are used in our hiring decisions. PolyNovo fosters an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognize and value that it is the sum of our parts our combined backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that allow us to succeed. PolyNovo is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.