Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Title: Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis - Alastin
Location: Carlsbad, CA (preferred) or Miami, FL
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis - Alastin is a key strategic partner to executive leadership and department heads within the Alastin business unit, driving financial rigor across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring 7–10+ years of progressive finance experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of business performance metrics in an omni-channel dermatological skincare or consumer goods environment. This individual will be responsible for leading budget and forecast processes, mid range planning, evaluating business performance, and guiding strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Support
- Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, product pricing, business cases, margin improvement, and multichannel revenue analysis.
- Partner with the Head of Finance, General Manager and leadership teams to provide financial insights that will drive the business unit’s strategic priorities and key initiatives.
- Prepare materials for executive updates, leadership team meetings, and business reviews, including developing clear and compelling presentations and dashboards.
- Lead company-wide financial planning, budgeting, and long-range strategic planning cycles, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and alignment across functions
- Own all financial reporting processes including monthly and quarterly business reviews, management reporting, including budgets, GM, GTN and S&OP.
- Deliver detailed variance analyses and performance reporting with clear, data-driven narratives and strategic insights.
- Collaborate with the executive team and department heads to develop financial strategies that support company objectives, growth initiatives, and cost optimization.
- Champion process improvements and implementation of reporting automation tools to streamline forecasting, analysis, and reporting.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and business drivers, providing recommendations to optimize results.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal financial controls; support audit readiness and documentation.
- Act as a strategic finance advisor across the Alastin business.
- Present to executive teams and collaborate across many departments
Skills & Qualifications
- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance,
- Superior analytical and modeling skills, in-depth experience with financial statement analysis and a strong understanding of corporate finance concepts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into business insights.
- Strong business acumen.
- Experience in omni-channel skincare, consumer goods, or HCP industries strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects and aligning stakeholders toward a common goal.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required.
- Bachelor’s degree required; CPA, MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred.
What We Offer in Return
You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
Next Steps
- If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
- The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager
- The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team
Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
Employer’s Rights:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Galderma is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Galderma is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.
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