Finance Director, Corporate Giving

Our passion for putting patients first is reflected in Edwards deep commitment to charitable giving and to advancing global health initiatives that increase access to care for underserved patients. Our Global Corporate Giving team brings this mission to life by supporting highimpact programs and partnerships that save lives strengthen health systems and improves social determinants of health in communities where we live and work. Every effort we support is grounded in purpose driven by compassion and designed to amplify Edwards global impact in ways that are both meaningful and measurable. Join us!

Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Finance Director to lead the strategic and operational backbone of Edwards and the Edwards Lifesciences Foundations global health and community impact initiatives. This leader will manage a high-performing team ensuring resources are deployed effectively outcomes are measured with rigor and insights are transformed into narratives that inspire action. As we prepare for an ambitious strategy expansion this role will be central to amplifying Edwards impact worldwide and shaping how our story is told.

How youll make an impact:

Financial Leadership

• Direct all corporate and foundation finances including budgeting forecasting modeling and accounting for approximately $20 million in global charitable contributions.

• Oversee internal teams and external vendors (accounting and audit firms) executing donations of funds Edwards medical technologies and in-kind gifts.

• Ensure accurate accounting of charitable donations and expenses and deliver clear internal management and external financial reporting.

• Lead the development and oversight of annual operating plan to guide execution of our global health and community impact strategy.

• Oversee the annual financial audit of our foundation.

Impact Measurement and Reporting

• Lead impact measurement and reporting ensuring data integrity and actionable insights.

• Validate partner-reported outcomes and aggregate results across global partners to deliver a clear comprehensive view of Edwards impact.

• Ensure impact reporting is transparent rigorous and strategically aligned reinforcing Edwards reputation for ethical giving and demonstrating accountability to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with communications-focused team members to integrate data into storytelling that resonates with stakeholders and inspires engagement.

• Develop and maintain a clear compelling narrative about Edwards global health and community impact strategy ensuring alignment across internal and external communications.

• Present impact results and strategic updates to the c-suite foundation board and external audiences with clarity and influence.

Operations Excellence

• Lead operational systems supporting donations and impact reporting including giving platforms impact measurement tools and business intelligence systems.

• Oversee medical technology donation initiatives in partnership with global supply chain and compliance teams.

• Drive process improvements and change management initiatives to enhance efficiency compliance and impact delivery.

• Ensure all giving activities adhere to the highest standards of ethics and compliance with laws regulations and internal policies.

What youll need (Required):

• Bachelors Degree in related field with previous related work experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria.

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Masters degree.

• A minimum of ten years related experience including: finance data analytics corporate social responsibility accounting and/or foundation management.

• Detailed oriented meticulously organized and committed to excellence.

• Strong communications skills and ability to clarify and simplify complex topics. Comfortable presenting to c-suite and foundation board of directors.

• Emotional intelligence strong cultural sensitivity and passion for helping others.

• Be a self-starting collaborative leader able to work in a fast-paced global environment managing multiple initiatives and shifting priorities as needed.

• Ability to build trust and thrive in a global in-person high-relationship culture with comfort and experience working with people of all levels from c-suite to beneficiaries of giving efforts.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications as well as business intelligence and analytics software. Experience with grantmaking systems (i.e. CyberGrants).

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance we offer competitive salaries performance-based incentives and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA) the base pay range for this position is $141000 to $200000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g. qualifications education prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role as a condition of employment you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19 unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.