Director of Finance

Solvias is a global provider of chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) analytics to the life sciences industry. Our expert team combines decades of experience with regulatory expertise across small molecules, biologics, and cell and gene therapies. Solvias offers end-to-end solutions from raw material testing to drug product release and API development for small molecules. Headquartered near Basel, Switzerland, Solvias operates six global Centers of Excellence, all adhering to the highest ISO, GMP, GLP, and FDA standards.

Solvias is seeking a strategic and results-oriented person to lead financial operations and growth initiatives for our U.S. footprint. This role will be located fully onsite at our Research Triangle Park location and report directly to the President of Solvias U.S. This high‑impact leadership role is critical to driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision‑making across our analytical services portfolio, including Biologics, Cell & Gene Therapy, and Small Molecule platforms.

Occasional travel may be required, both domestically and internationally, depending on evolving business needs.

The ideal candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, and partner closely with commercial and operational teams to optimize profitability and resource allocation. This role will play a key part in shaping financial strategy, managing risk, and enabling scalable growth by leveraging Solvias’ global operational footprint.

• Leading financial planning and analysis (FP&A) for the Company’s U.S. region
• Driving strategic initiatives to improve financial performance and operational efficiency
• Supporting commercial teams with pricing strategies, margin analysis, and revenue forecasting
• Ensuring compliance with U.S. financial regulations and internal controls
• Collaborating with local and global finance and scientific experts to align financial goals with business strategy
• Managing and leading the U.S. Finance team
• Acting as a key financial advisor to executive leadership on U.S. operations
• Driving strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Setting, delivering, and overseeing the overall U.S. budget, including individual budgets for each site/entity
• Analyzing financial performance and providing insights to support decision‑making and improve profitability
• Overseeing payroll operations across all U.S. entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations (fed, state, and local), and timely processing
• Overseeing financial aspects of employee benefits, including 401(k) plan administration, in collaboration with HR and external providers
• Establishing and documenting standardized financial processes and internal controls across U.S. entities
• Developing and implementing financial policies that align with corporate governance and regulatory requirements
• Ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across all U.S. entities
• Supporting and leading financial aspects of organizational change, including system implementations and restructuring
• Identifying and implementing cost‑saving initiatives and operational improvements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience managing multi‑entity financial operations and payroll in the U.S.
• Proven track record in policy development and process improvement
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, Power BI)

• Experience in a CDMO/CRO
• Proven experience as a finance leader with change management (site start‑ups, M&A, restructuring initiatives, etc.)

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Individuals may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Disclaimer:
Solvias USA, LLC does not currently offer relocation packages or sponsor work visas. All applicants must have the legal right to work in the location of the job posting.