Director, Manufacturing Finance

Nova Biomedical
Waltham, MA
Category Finance
Job Description
Role Overview

The Director, Manufacturing Finance is a strategic finance leader responsible for partnering with manufacturing, supply chain, and operations leadership to drive financial performance, cost excellence, and operational scalability across a life science tools organization.

What You Will Do

Provide actionable insights to optimize production efficiency, capacity utilization, and cost structure. Support decision-making on product mix, sourcing strategies, and make vs. buy analyses. Partner with site leaders to drive accountability for financial results and KPIs.

Why It Might Be a Fit

10–15+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant exposure to manufacturing environments. Prior experience in life sciences, medical devices, biotech, or highly regulated industries strongly preferred.

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of manufacturing finance, including variances, absorption costing, and operational KPIs.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA strongly preferred).
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, experience with artificial intelligence enabled tools.
  • Experience supporting multi-site, global manufacturing operations.
  • Strong business partner with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels.
  • Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to executive leadership.
  • Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA and/or CPA preferred.

Benefits

  • Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
  • Competitive 401k company match
  • Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Generous Tuition reimbursement
  • Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development, engagement and events
  • Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
  • Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office
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