FP&A Senior Manager

Position: Senior Manager, FP&A
Location: Remote

About the Role
A global, private equity-backed organization within the healthcare and life sciences services space is seeking a Senior Manager, Global FP&A. This role provides strategic financial leadership and decision support to senior leadership, with ownership of corporate FP&A, business partnering, and global SG&A reporting.

The position partners closely with HR, Quality, and Scientific Solutions leadership and supports financial performance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency across a complex, global business. The organization is open to a range of titles for the right candidate, including Manager, Senior Manager, or Associate Director of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise senior leadership on financial strategies, risks, and regulatory impacts
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes across the business
• Manage financial performance across business units or client portfolios
• Provide financial insights and reporting to support strategic decision-making
• Partner with business leaders on operational and financial initiatives
• Lead and develop high-performing finance teams, including hiring, coaching, and performance management
• Identify process improvements and implement change management initiatives
• Strengthen internal stakeholder relationships through financial leadership and service delivery
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and performance standards
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed

Qualifications - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7 plus years of relevant finance and accounting experience
• Experience with a major planning tool required; priority given to candidates with Adaptive Planning
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and operational finance
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced, global environment

Qualifications - Preferred

• CPA or equivalent designation
• Public accounting experience with industry pivot
• Experience in a services-based or contract-driven organization (CRO, life sciences services, or similar a plus)
• Familiarity with ASC 606 and contract-based revenue concepts
• International or global company experience
• People management experience

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong business acumen and financial leadership
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities
• Executive presence and presentation skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally
• Process improvement and change management expertise
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Role Highlights

• High-visibility global FP&A role with direct exposure to senior leadership
• Blend of corporate FP&A and business partnering responsibilities
• Opportunity to influence global financial reporting and operational performance
• Remote-first environment with a strong team presence in the Triangle for optional collaboration
• Flexibility on title and level for the right candidate (Manager, Senior Manager, or Associate Director)

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.