Director of Clinical & Medical Strategic Planning at Ascendis Pharma. Leading strategic initiatives to enhance productivity in the biopharmaceutical sector.
About the role
- Head of Finance building and scaling the finance function at Distyl, a mission-driven AI startup transforming Fortune 500 operations. Leading financial models, reporting, and a small finance team.
Responsibilities
- Build and lead Distyl’s finance function, including FP&A, accounting, and reporting from the ground up.
- Partner closely with the COO and leadership team across Operations, Growth, and Engineering to inform key business decisions.
- Develop financial models, forecasts, and frameworks to guide hiring, pricing, and investment decisions.
- Create scalable processes for budget discipline, expense management, and financial accountability.
- Lead and manage fundraising preparation, owning investor materials, scenario modeling, and due diligence readiness.
- Design and manage monthly and quarterly close processes in partnership with external accounting firms.
- Deliver clear, actionable financial reporting and insights for executives, the board, and investors.
- Oversee treasury, cash management, and capital allocation to ensure financial sustainability and strategic growth.
- Build, coach, and develop a small finance team as the company scales.
Requirements
- 10–15 years of progressive experience in finance, ideally across FP&A, strategic finance, and accounting.
- Experience in high-growth technology or AI companies, with time spent leading or building finance functions.
- Background in investment banking, consulting, private equity, or corporate FP&A.
- Strong analytical and modeling skills, able to translate complex data into clear insights and strategic actions.
- Excellent communicator with the ability to influence executive and board-level discussions.
- Hands-on, pragmatic operator who builds for scale but isn’t afraid to dive into the details.
- Experience leading and growing small, high-performing teams.
- Prior fundraising, investor reporting, or M&A experience preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including equity options and healthcare.
- The opportunity to work at a mission-driven AI startup that is transforming how Fortune 500 companies operate.
- A fast-paced, dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the company’s success.
- A collaborative culture that values professional growth and encourages taking on new responsibilities.
Job title
Job type
Experience level
Salary
Not specified
Degree requirement
Location requirements
Manager in Risk Advisory specializing in financial regulatory reporting for banks, developing sound financial and risk data knowledge with a focus on compliance and reporting processes.
Integration Finance Manager leading transaction accounting and financial integration for Azuria Water Solutions. Collaborating cross - functionally to ensure effective integration of acquired entities.
Director of Finance shaping financial strategy and operations at ShanX Medtech BV, focusing on innovative healthcare solutions in Eindhoven. Combining strategic leadership with hands - on execution in a hybrid environment.
Manager of Integrated Supply Chain Finance at Honeywell guiding financial strategies and supporting sustainable growth within the supply chain. Collaborating across departments to optimize cost efficiency.
Experienced Financial Analyst II providing advanced financial analysis and program management for State Court Administration's Finance Division. Engaging in budgeting, financial reporting, and stakeholder collaboration.
VP Financial Planning & Analysis leading strategic development of data infrastructure at Nuveen. Collaborates with finance leadership and technology teams to optimize data flow and accuracy.
Financial Consultant providing in person and virtual counseling for TIAA products and services to help clients achieve their financial goals. Requires financial services experience and licenses within 120 days.
Financial Consultant providing in person and virtual counseling for financial planning at TIAA. Offering advice on TIAA products and services to help clients achieve financial goals.
Senior Analyst, R&D Finance supporting month - end accounting and reporting for Research organization in Poland. Responsible for journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.