Sr. Finance Business Partner, Americas, Global Rare Diseases

About UsBased in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better. Chiesi Global Rare DiseasesChiesi Global Rare Diseases is a Chiesi Group’s business unit established in February 2020 and focused on research, development and commercialization of treatments and patient support services for rare and ultra-rare disorders, many of whom have limited or no treatments available.This unit is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong synergy with the headquarters in Parma. Rare unit has a focus on research and product development for lysosomal storage diseases, rare hematology, ophthalmology disorders and rare immunodeficiencies. The unit is also a dedicated partner with global leaders in scientific research, patient advocacy and care. Discover more here.Who we are looking forThis is what you will doReporting to the VP FP&A, the Senior Finance Business Partner will serve as the strategic finance partner to the Senior Vice President of the Americas Rare Disease BU and as a member of the Americas Leadership Team This role goes well beyond traditional Commercial FP&A responsibilities. It brings together commercial finance leadership, strategic planning, portfolio management, executive decision support, and organizational transformation. The successful candidate will help shape decisions that impact Chiesi’s current commercial performance and future growth trajectory.This is a unique opportunity to define the commercial finance agenda for a growing company at a pivotal stage of its evolution.We are looking for an intellectually curious, commercially astute leader who thrives in an ambitious, evolving environment. This individual combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, builds credibility quickly, and confidently challenges assumptions to improve business outcomes.You’ll be responsible for:Serve as finance business partner to the Americas Leadership Team across Canada, the US, and Latin America. The Leadership Team includes SVP Americas, VP Market Access, VP Latam, Head of Commercial Canada, Sr Directors for products franchises.Lead Financial Planning & Analysis activities, including annual budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and financial modeling; partner with Strategy on the Long-Range Plan.Lead regular performance discussions with the Americas Leadership Team and VP FP&A, including monthly results, financial analysis, and Business Review preparation.Work with a matrix organization that requires strong collaboration between GRD BU and Local Affiliates (US, Canada, Brazil, Colombia, local distributors, Corporate teams (Accounting, Procurement, Tax, Product Supply) and Sharing Services to align financial planning with execution and external reporting.Support the BU by enabling market activation, launch readiness, and disciplined investment decisions to capture expected growth opportunities.Provide commercial finance support to translate market dynamics, patient journey insights, and growth drivers into robust financial scenarios and plans for 9 commercially available products (>$1B sales).Provide strong finance leadership to support decision-making, resource allocation, and execution discipline needed to scale the business and achieve sales and profitability goals.Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, systems, reporting, and planning tools to accelerate scalability, efficiency, automation, and analytics in support of evolving business priorities.Lead, mentor, and continue to develop the current Finance organization (3 members) through coaching, succession planning, talent development, and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Own the consolidation of the Global Rare Diseases Business Unit Monthly Sales and P&L, integrating financial performance across Global Functions, Americas, Europe & International and R&D.Deliver executive reporting, strategic financial analyses and performance reviews for the GRD Leadership Team and Corporate Finance.You will need to haveBachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required; Master's/MBA and CPA or CFA preferred.12+ years of progressive finance leadership within life science. At least 5 years of experience at the Senior Director or equivalent level partnering directly with executive commercial leaders.Deep expertise in commercial finance, forecasting, pricing, market access, reimbursement and gross-to-net (US in particular).Experience supporting product launches and commercialization planning in different geographies.Exposure to licensing, acquisitions or commercial due diligence is highly desirable.Prior experience in SAP ERP system implementation a significant plus. Experience with planning system is a must.Ability to lead, influence, build consensus and work optimally in cross functional teamsAbility to communicate (both written and verbal) effectively with senior managementOccasional travel may be requiredWe would prefer for you to haveFinance and/or Accounting major from UniversityMBA degree or CPA certification preferredLocationHybrid position based in Boston, MA; Occasional travel may be required. #LI-HybridCompensationThe annual base pay for this position ranges from $180,360 to $220,440. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. What we offerNo matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.