Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Boston, MA 02298

United States

Posted July 1, 2025

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Valid until July 31, 2025

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Job Description
The Director, FP&A – CSO G&A Functions is a key member of Vertex's Financial Planning & Analysis organization. The role partners closely with members of the DTE, DSS and BD-EI teams to provide financial direction and strategic insights to enable delivery against short term and long-term goals, including identification of key value drivers and Business KPIs.
The Director business partners to provide strategic decision support, influence decisions and identify opportunities for investment, manage budgets prudently and mitigate financial risks on a global basis. Also, leads a team of center of excellence to support the other G&A functions.
Key Duties And Responsibilities

Builds and manages a high-performing Finance team that meets increasing needs and requirements across the business and helps drive the overall organization forward.
Develops and coaches team members to encourage growth and new opportunities.
Partners with Corp Finance team and DTE, DSS and BD-EI Leadership Teams to lead the annual budget, monthly forecasting, and long-range planning process for the CSO G&A functions.
Collaborates with DTE, DSS and BD-EI LTs to analyze trends and develop accurate forecasts, with transparency on any judgments about risks and opportunities.
Monitors/reports ongoing business performance against budgets/forecasts and works with business partners to understand and identify reasons for variances, as well as find offsets to stay withing budget limits.
Builds analytics and transparent reporting to drive forecast accuracy.
Supports the monthly / quarterly accounting close for expenses and accruals, including compliance with SOX control requirements.
Develops innovative solutions to support business-case-based decision making for investments.
Partners with Human Resources on Headcount reporting, forecasting, and expense planning.
Maintains a continuous improvement mindset and promotes strong communication and efficient processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting required.
12+ years of relevant experience in a finance managerial role demonstrating strong technical and analytical skills and a track record of success working in a team-based environment or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

Expertise with Excel, PowerPoint and multi-dimensional databases (knowledge of Hyperion is a plus).
Ability to lead and drive change in a rapid and developing business environment, coordinating processes involving large numbers of people, complex systems, and tight deadlines.
Demonstrated experience building/developing/leading a high performing team.
Strong business acumen and judgment, and knowledge of the company's markets/products and industry trends.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and an eagerness to collaborate with colleagues (within or outside of finance) in sharing insights and learnings and partnering to ensure timely execution of project plans.
Possesses a continuous improvement mindset, with flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Pay Range
$182,400 - $273,600
Disclosure Statement
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at