Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the VP of Finance.

• Oversee the annual budgeting process, financial forecasts, and long-term planning in alignment with the company's strategic objectives.

• Evaluate historical and current trends in essential performance indicators.

• Track performance metrics, assess unexpected variances, and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reviews.

• Manage the complete accrual process for CRO and CMO in collaboration with Clinical Operations and CMC/Manufacturing.

• Review contracts, change orders, and purchase orders for CRO/CMO to ensure accurate expense recognition.

• Identify and report budget-to-contract discrepancies to Clinical Operations and Accounting leadership.

• Act as the principal FP&A/accrual owner for quarterly assessments and year-end audits.

• Create accrual support schedules and address inquiries from external auditors.

• Develop and sustain trial-level and program-level forecasts for R&D expenditures.

• Assist with cash runway and burn-rate reporting for the Board and senior management.

• Construct financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives and executive decisions.

• Prepare presentations for the Board of Directors and the Senior Management Team.

• Oversee planning and review processes that support financial reporting and compliance with controls.

• Enhance budgeting, forecasting, operating plans, and modeling tools.

• Improve, implement, and enforce organizational policies and procedures through upgraded systems.

• Collaborate with department heads regarding overarching goals and objectives.

• Lead financial modeling and analysis for potential mergers, acquisitions, and investment opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• Over 6 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.

• Proven experience in a clinical-stage biotech or pharmaceuticals organization.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting standards.

• Familiarity with compliance requirements for public companies.

• Practical experience in managing CRO and CMO accruals and recognizing R&D expenses (ASC 730) within a clinical-stage life sciences firm.

• Experience in reviewing clinical and manufacturing contracts while collaborating with Clinical Operations and CMC teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with Adaptive Planning and NetSuite.

• Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong attention to detail, capacity to manage multiple tasks, and ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Excellent cross-functional leadership skills and experience in organizational management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.