Senior Finance Manager, Research & Development Innovation

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of Med Tech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We are seeking a strategic and financially astute Finance Business Partner to support our Connected Care Segment & Software Technology Solutions (STS) Research & Development (R&D) functions.

This role is pivotal in driving financial performance, enabling innovation, and ensuring optimal resource allocation across our global innovation pipeline. You will work closely with senior R&D leaders, platform teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to provide financial insights, challenge assumptions, and support business cases and decision-making.

Strategic Partnership & Financial Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor to Software Technology Solutions (STS), AI Algorithms and Infrastructure (AIA), and Product Security leadership, providing financial guidance and strategic support.
• Influence investment decisions in innovation projects, product development, and technology platforms.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes for R&D and innovation portfolios ensuring timely submissions per finance forecasting timelines
• Collaborate with R&D partners in various business units to ensure accurate planning of R&D and CAPEX spend
• Provide ad-hoc support and analysis for Segment and R&D requests as needed
• Supervise multi locations personnel

Performance Management & Analysis

• Deliver insightful analysis on R&D spend, project ROI, and innovation pipeline performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support scenario planning and risk analysis for major initiatives and long-term strategies.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure financial governance and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Partner with project management and procurement teams to ensure cost control and contract compliance.
• Prepare and drive execution of CB-2s, working cross-functionally with BU and ISC teams to ensure alignment

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with global finance teams to align on reporting standards and best practices.
• Communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems supporting R&D and innovation.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive finance business partner experience supporting business functions
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the innovation lifecycle.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

• MBA or CPA preferred
• Finance business partner experience with exposure to R&D or innovation business functions
• Experience with ERP systems and BI tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI)

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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