Associate Project Director, Finance Projects and Process Support

Are you passionate about driving the execution of the Global Finance project portfolio? Do you have experience with project management within the Finance Area? 

If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Associate Project Director, Finance Projects and Process Support. 

Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.  

At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.  

We are seeking a passionate Associate Project Director to join our team. As a key member of the Ascendis Pharma team, you will play a crucial role in leading the effective execution of the Global Finance project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and strategic objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with cross-functional global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results. 

You will be joining the Finance Projects and Process Support team consisting of four colleagues, and report directly to Søren Amstrup, Senior Director & Head of Finance Projects & Process Support who is based in Hellerup. You will be based in Hellerup. 

Your key responsibilities will be: 

• Facilitate the execution of the global finance strategy in close collaboration with the Finance Leadership Team and cross-functional teams. 

• Develop and manage a standardized Finance Project Management structure, including templates and reporting tools. 

• Lead and coordinate major finance projects, including biweekly project reviews, progress tracking, and resource allocation. 

• Coordinate finance-related tasks for global commercialization and the implementation of generic processes in new legal entities. 

• To take part in onboarding, training, and supporting finance staff, including cross-departmental and global coordination. 

Qualifications and Skills: 

You hold a relevant academic degree – preferably a bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, or a related field. You have 5-10 years of experience in Project Management in the Finance area.  

Furthermore, you have: 

• Previously worked in a finance organization or a consultancy company working within finance. 

• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate multiple projects. 

• Experience with process optimization and implementation of best practices in finance operations. 

• Solid understanding of finance systems, preferably with experience within finance applications like D365, Power Bi or cognos. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data quality and process improvement. 

Key competencies: 

You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can-do attitude. You are proactive in your approach and work in a structured manner.  

You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.    

To succeed in this role, we also expect you to have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders at all levels. 

Travel: 5-10 days per year. 

Office: Tuborg Boulevard 12, 2900 Hellerup 

Apply now. 

We evaluate applications when received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that we conduct interviews on a rolling basis and reserve the right to remove the job posting at any time.    

To ensure your application is reviewed, please submit it through the specified platform - applications sent by email or other channels will not be evaluated.  

For more details about the position or the company, please contact Søren Amstrup, Senior Director, [email protected] 

You can learn more about Ascendis by visiting our website www.ascendispharma.com   

Applications must be submitted in English and will be treated confidentially. 

A note to recruiters: 

We do not allow external search party solicitation.  Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma HR team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed.  If this occurs, your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.