Head of Finance, US Vaccines

Job title: Head of Finance, US Vaccines

Location: Morristown, NJ / Cambridge, MA / Swiftwater, PA

About the job

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.  

Role Purpose:

This role supports US Vaccines business decisions and performance analysis by preparing and reporting financial and non-financial information, budgets and forecasts for the country. The position ensures data quality, compliance and internal controls while working with various stakeholders to contribute to strategy implementation.

About Sanofi 

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership & Business Support:

• Work with various stakeholders contributing to strategies implementation

• Monitor financial operational performance and provide accurate data and advice for decision-making

• Actively participate in business planning processes

• Contribute to strategic and business development projects

• Support business decisions through comprehensive performance analysis

Financial Management & Reporting:

• Prepare and report financial and non-financial information for the country/region

• Develop, manage and monitor budgets and forecasts

• Ensure data quality, compliance and internal controls

• Provide financial reporting and analysis to support business operations

• Interpret financial data to drive business insights and resource allocation

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business units

• Provide financial guidance and support to regional/country leadership

• Communicate financial insights effectively to various stakeholder groups

About You

Required Skills & Competencies

Core Technical Skills:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis (Intermediate to Advanced)

• Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting (PBF) (Intermediate to Mastered)

• Interpreting Financial Data (Beginner to Advanced)

• Internal Control Compliance (Beginner to Advanced)

• Cash Management (Beginner to Experienced)

• Accounting (Beginner to Experienced)

Business & Strategic Skills:

• Risk Assessments (Beginner to Advanced)

• Stakeholder Management (Beginner to Advanced)

• Strategy Development (Beginner to Advanced)

• Business Acumen (Beginner to Advanced)

• Digital Literacy (Beginner to Advanced)

Career Progression Levels

• Advanced financial analysis and reporting capabilities

• Mastered planning, budgeting and forecasting skills

• Strong stakeholder management and strategic thinking

Key Performance Areas

• Effectiveness of business partnership and stakeholder relationships

• Quality and timeliness of financial reporting and analysis

• Accuracy of budgets and forecasts

• Contribution to strategic initiatives, dynamic resource allocation and business development projects

• Compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in Finance/Accounting

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

• Professional finance qualifications (CPA, CMA, ACCA) preferred

• Experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills

Why Choose Us?  

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.