VP Finance, Research

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

3d

About The Position

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us. Job Title: VP Finance, Research Highly visible finance business partnering role. The leader in this role will partner with BMS' Chief Research Officer and will be a member of the Global Research Leadership Team. The role reports directly to the SVP, R&D Finance and is a member of the R&D Finance Leadership Team. Influential and collaborative senior Finance business partnering role for a leader who operates with an Enterprise lens, and effectively shapes and drives the achievement of Research goals through: Managing all aspects of the global Research P&L In close partnership with Research LT developing financial plans and goals grounded in key value drivers Optimizing resource allocation across all Research areas and functions Evolving the financial planning approach; in particular, leveraging and accelerating the use of technology and AI Clearly communicating Research's overall strategy, including and especially the key financial impacts The identification and communication of financial risks and opportunities together with the development and execution of related mitigation action plans Further developing a high-performing Research Finance team Constructively challenging the status quo and relentlessly seeking value creation opportunities Building collaborative and results-focused relationships across all levels and functions

Requirements

• Enterprise and growth mindset, a demonstrated ability to manage complex areas, driving matrix organization to deliver results.
• Proven ability to leverage nuanced business knowledge while maintaining big picture perspective and driving toward desired outcomes.
• Ability to communicate/present to all levels of senior management on highly complex business issues with the associated financial implications in a clear and concise manner
• Proven ability to negotiate & influence across different groups, including aligning priorities and leading towards resolution for benefit
• Successful talent developer with experience with leading multinational teams. Consistent ability to grow culture of accountable leadership.
• Ability to design new processes that suit evolving business and financial needs
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and processes
• Comfort with complex technical accounting concepts, including BD activities, integration, etc.
• A minimum of 15 years progressive and diverse financial leadership experience, supporting multiple functions and business units

Responsibilities

• Financial Management and Resource Allocation Partner with Research Leadership Team (LT) members to manage financial plans aligned with the Company strategy and business priorities
• Manage all aspects of the Research P&L; leverage data and key value drivers to identify opportunities to achieve business goals and meet financial commitments
• Lead and oversee capital expenditures for the Research organization
• Support Delivery of External Innovation
• Maintain a close partnership with the Alliance Management team to manage the financial aspects of external research collaborations
• Actively participate in the evaluation of potential future collaborations and business development activities within the Research area activities for Research area
• Evolve the Financial Planning and Management Reporting Processes
• Drive a continuous focus on simplification to enable maximum time for value creation support and accelerate insight generation
• Articulate material risks and opportunities, take an active role in designing and executing mitigation plans to address gaps and variances to trend
• Build strong Finance Research Organization
• Attract, retain, and develop strong finance talent
• Act as an inspirational and engaging leader who motivates teams through the clear articulation of the enterprise, R&D, and Research strategies, aligning priorities and resources accordingly
• Create and orchestrate development opportunities within and outside of the team
• Constantly scan for best practices and implement relevant concepts as appropriate
• Maintain Highest Standards of Internal Controls
• Ensure that company assets are well protected, maintain effective and efficient control standards, and continuously set the right tone from the top

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed