Executive Director, Finance Greater Chicago, IL Area

The Company is seeking an Executive Director, Finance to join their team. The successful candidate will be a senior leader in the finance department, with a primary focus on financial planning and analysis, business development support, and strategic financial leadership. This role is pivotal in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and executing corporate transactions. The Executive Director will oversee the FP&A function, lead a team of finance professionals, and be responsible for developing and maintaining financial models, forecasts, and analyses. They will also serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and business leaders, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support the company's growth objectives. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 12-15 years' progressive finance experience. Deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, valuation, and investment analysis is essential. The role requires a candidate with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, as well as advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. A preferred qualification is an MBA and/or CPA designation, and experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare industries is also desirable. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading complex financial analyses, supporting strategic decision-making, and managing a high-performance finance team.

Hiring Company

Melinta Therapeutics