Manager/Sr Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Company OverviewOur Mission: At Esperion, we are working tirelessly to deliver innovative medicines that help patients reach their goals today, tomorrow, and into the future. Esperion is a fully remote based company with a corporate headquarters located in Ann Arbor, MI. The Company offers a competitive salary including a performance-based bonus program and stock-based compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) matching plan and health insurance, and paid time off and holidays.Position Title: Manager/Senior Manager – Financial Planning and AnalysisThe Manager/Senior Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis will serve as a finance business partner to assigned functional area(s), supporting senior leadership and their teams across planning, forecasting, reporting, and decision support. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage in market analysis, and make data-driven recommendations to maximize the overall performance. This position will report to the Executive Director, Financial Planning and Analysis.Preferred Location: Remote – US Essential Duties and Responsibilities*Business Partnering and Financial PlanningBuild strong relationships with functional leaders, serving as a trusted finance partner and advisor.Develop operating expense and capital investment budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans that align with organizational goals.Design and maintain financial models to support procurement decisions, resource allocation, investment prioritization, business cases, and other strategic initiatives.Prepare and present financial results, variance analyses, risks, and opportunities to leadership.Partner with Accounting and related functions to support month-end close activities including accruals.Corporate Finance and ReportingManage rolling cash projections in coordination with FP&A, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury to support accurate cash planning.Establish and monitor operational key performance indicators, financial metrics, and capital goals; partner with systems and reporting teams to develop effective reporting cadence.Prepare quarterly and ad hoc financial reporting deliverables for executive leadership and the Board of Directors.Functional Finance SupportInfluence investment decisions through NPV, ROI and scenario analyses that guide resource allocation. Partner with business, procurement, accounting, and operational teams to improve profitability through production forecasting, cost of goods (COGS) modeling, and procurement strategy.Analyze business drivers, cost trends, revenue or expense assumptions, and operational metrics to support informed decision-making across assigned areas.FP&A Infrastructure and Process ImprovementEvaluate existing financial processes, methodologies, and reporting practices to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.Support enterprise financial process improvement initiatives, including planning system enhancements, ERP implementation activities, and broader continuous improvement efforts.*additional duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications (Education & Experience)Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA and/or CPA preferred. Minimum 5 years’ finance experience with increasing levels of responsibility. FP&A experience in a commercial biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences organization preferred; experience supporting R&D, Technical Operations, Commercial, or other functional organizations is a plus.Ability to travel domestically up to 10%.Comfortable communicating, presenting, and influencing at senior leadership levels.Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Experience in a high-growth, global organization a plus. Experience leading or supporting financial reporting, analysis, forecasting, and budgeting processes.Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles, including familiarity with U.S. GAAP.Knowledge of healthcare industry dynamics, business intelligence tools, planning systems, and ERP platforms preferred.Demonstrated experience building and maintaining complex financial models.Strong analytical and technical skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred.