Finance Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Finance Lead

Job Description

This position acts as a key contributor in financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes. The role is responsible for providing strategic insights through financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. It partners cross-functionally with business leaders to support decision-making, ensure financial accuracy, and drive operational and financial efficiency. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with advanced analytical capabilities to drive forecasting accuracy, identify growth opportunities, improve profitability, and optimize business decisions through data-driven financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support business planning and decision-making.
• Deliver comprehensive analysis of sales trends, volume, pricing, mix, and customer performance.
• Develop and maintain sales, pricing, volume, and margin/profitability forecasts.
• Analyze actual versus forecast performance and communicate key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, support business reviews, executive presentations, and the annual operating plan.
• Lead analysis of gross-to-net (GTN) components including Chargebacks, Rebates, Administrative Fees, Discounts, Returns, etc.
• Monitor GTN reserve adequacy and identify emerging risks or opportunities.
• Evaluate pricing strategies, contract pricing proposals, and margin impacts.
• Provide decision support and ROI analysis for strategic initiatives, and monitor commercial KPIs.
• Analyze revenue, cost structures, and profitability to provide actionable insights.
• Support strategic planning processes, including long-range financial planning and scenario modeling.
• Provide recommendations to improve financial performance in the areas of pricing, revenue management, and GTN optimization.
• Maintain and enhance financial reporting systems, tools, and dashboards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Commercial Operations, Accounting, and other cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and consistency.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and business case evaluations as needed.
• Enhance reporting automation and analytical capabilities through use of BI tools and advanced analytics.
• Support audits, compliance requirements, and internal controls as applicable.
• Communicate financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency in financial data and reporting.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance.
• Strong experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• MBA, CPA, or CFA designation preferred.
• Experience working in cross-functional or matrixed organizations.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information to diverse audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment

Work is primarily conducted in normal office conditions. Daily and frequent work involves spending time in front of a computer screen under bright lighting. The position typically requires a 40-hour work week, with occasional overtime based on business needs during peak periods or special projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Princeton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Princeton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.