Executive Director, Global FP&A and Business Partnering

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

SUMMARY: The Executive Director, Global FP&A serves as a strategic finance leader and trusted advisor to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Senior Leadership Team, and Board of Directors. The role leads the Company's Global FP&A and Financial Business Partnering organization, providing enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, strategic decision support, capital allocation, performance management, and financial partnership across all SG&A functions. This leader shapes financial strategy, drives operational excellence, and enables enterprise value creation within a private equity-backed global CRO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Partner with the CAO, CFO, Senior Leadership Team, Board of Directors on enterprise financial strategy.
• Lead the annual budget, quarterly forecast and long-range strategic planning process.
• Partner with functional leaders to develop annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, workforce plans, capital plans, and long-range financial strategies.
• Own Board and executive reporting, delivering financial insights, risks, opportunities, and strategic recommendations.
• Drive EBITDA expansion, cash flow optimization, and enterprise value creation initiatives.
• Lead the Global SG&A Finance Business Partner organization supporting Commercial, Project Services & Consulting (PSC), Finance, Information Technology, Quality & Compliance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing, Corporate Development, and other corporate functions.
• Serve as the primary finance advisor to SG&A executive leaders, providing strategic financial guidance, challenging assumptions, evaluating investments, and influencing business decisions.
• Drive accountability for SG&A spending by establishing targets, monitoring performance, identifying risks and opportunities, and recommending corrective actions.
• Standardize finance business partnering processes, KPIs, reporting, and governance across SG&A functions.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and scenario models to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead financial evaluation and prioritization of enterprise initiatives, including technology investments, resource optimization, digital transformation, and organizational redesign.
• Lead financial evaluation of acquisitions, capital allocation, enterprise investments, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives leveraging automation, AI, advanced analytics, and modern planning systems.
• Build and develop a high-performing Global FP&A and Financial Business Partner organization through coaching, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Support M&A due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition performance management.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Executive presence with exceptional communication and influencing skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial and operational acumen.
• Advanced financial modeling, scenario planning, and business analytics.
• Ability to influence senior executives without direct authority.
• Experience leading finance transformation and organizational change.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership, Boards of Directors, and private equity sponsors.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
• MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• 8+ years leading global FP&A and/or Finance Business Partner organizations.
• Experience within a CRO, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or healthcare services organization.
• Experience in a leveraged private equity-backed company strongly preferred.
• Proven experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, enterprise growth, and executive business partnering.

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

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