Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Description

ABOUT MEITHEAL PHARMACEUTICALS

Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Meitheal is focused on the development and commercialization of generic injectable medications and, as of 2022, has expanded its focus to include fertility, biologic, and branded products. Meitheal currently markets over 75 U.S. FDA-approved products across numerous therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, oncolytics, intensive care, and fertility. As of April 2026, Meitheal, directly or through its partners, has 32 products in the research and development phase, 9 products planned for launch in 2026, 4 products in clinical trial phases, and 13 products under review by the FDA. Meitheal’s mission is to provide easy access to fairly priced products through robust manufacturing, consistent supply, and rapid response to our customers’ needs. Ranked regularly as one of Crain’s Fast 50 in Chicago, and in the top 100 of Crain’s Best Places to Work in Chicago from 2022 to 2025, Meitheal emulates the traditional Irish guiding principle we are named for—working together toward a common goal, for the greater good.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.meithealpharma.com.

The pay range for this position is $145,000 to $180,000 / year. Payrate is determined by considering a person's prior experience and competence.

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long- and short-term disability insurance, as well as life insurance
• 401(k) plan with match
• Competitive PTO and company-paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity & paternity)
• Employee assistance program
• Onsite gym
• Hybrid work schedule

Summary  

Meitheal Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to play a key leadership role in supporting the company's financial planning, forecasting, business performance management, and strategic decision-making. This position will partner closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, including Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality, and Business Development, to provide actionable financial insights that drive growth and profitability.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen, pharmaceutical industry experience, analytical rigor, and the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Essential Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, long-range planning, and monthly forecasting activities.
• Develop and maintain financial models that support revenue, gross margin, operating expense, and cash flow forecasting.
• Drive monthly and quarterly financial reviews, identifying key variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide leadership with actionable recommendations to achieve financial and operational objectives.

Business Performance Management

• Monitor and analyze business performance against budget, forecast, and strategic targets.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and management dashboards.
• Partner with functional leaders to identify cost-saving initiatives and improve operational efficiency.
• Analyze product, customer, and portfolio profitability to support resource allocation decisions.

Commercial and Portfolio Finance Support

• Support forecasting and performance analysis of the company's generic injectable and specialty pharmaceutical portfolio.
• Partner with Commercial leadership to evaluate pricing, market share trends, competitive dynamics, and product launch opportunities.
• Provide financial assessments for new product opportunities, lifecycle management initiatives, and business development activities.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to support strategic decisions.

Strategic Finance

• Lead financial evaluations of strategic initiatives, including licensing opportunities, partnerships, acquisitions, and investments.
• Develop business cases, ROI analyses, and NPV models to support executive decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on long-term growth strategies and portfolio optimization.

Reporting & Executive Communication

• Prepare monthly management reporting packages and executive presentations.
• Present financial results, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure clear communication of complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Support Board of Directors and investor-related reporting as required.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes, reporting automation, and forecasting methodologies.
• Partner with IT and Finance teams to enhance financial planning tools and reporting capabilities.
• Improve data integrity, reporting accuracy, and financial governance.
• Support implementation and optimization of ERP, planning, and business intelligence systems.

Leadership

• Mentor and develop members of the FP&A team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted finance business partner across the organization.

Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to influence decisions without direct authority.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented with a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A leadership responsibilities.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience within pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, or life sciences preferred.
• Experience supporting commercial operations, product portfolio management, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Demonstrated success partnering with senior executives and cross-functional leadership teams.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting expertise.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry economics, pricing, and product lifecycle dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).
• Experience with planning and reporting tools such as Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, Hyperion, Power BI, or Tableau preferred.

Education and/or Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or other advanced financial certification preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

AAP/EEO

Meitheal Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.