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Director, Corporate FP&A

South San Francisco, CAHybridFull-time

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Director-level FP&A leader responsible for annual planning, forecasting, and performance reviews, partnering with Manufacturing, R&D, Commercial, and G&A to drive insights and decision-making in a biotech environment.

About this role

Position Summary
We’re seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Director, Corporate FP&A, to help drive the company’s operational and financial performance in a fast-paced, scaling biotech environment.
This role will lead core FP&A processes, including annual planning, forecasting, and monthly performance reviews, and serve as a trusted partner to functional leaders across Manufacturing, R&D, Commercial, and G&A.
The Director will deliver actionable insights to support decision-making in a capital-intensive, project-driven business.
The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment, brings a strong analytical mindset, and can translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead corporate financial planning processes, including annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and monthly budget-to-actual analysis
  • Partner with department leaders to align headcount, operating expenses, and capital investments with company milestones
  • Build and maintain financial models for cash flow forecasting, scenario planning, and long-range planning
  • Provide analysis to evaluate manufacturing cost structures, R&D investment priorities, and commercial launch economics
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports with performance commentary for leadership
  • Collaborate with Accounting to ensure accurate month-end close and reporting
  • Support the preparation of Board and investor materials, including financial updates and KPI's
  • Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, process efficiency, and data integrity

    • Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
  • 10+ years of relevant demonstrated financial and leadership experience, preferably in biotech, pharma, life sciences, or manufacturing
  • Extensive experience with SAP or other relevant ERP solutions
  • Experience with analysis tools and databases such as Power Query, Python, SQL, Power BI, Snowflake, and Tableau
  • Highly organized with a meticulous attention to detail and the willingness to be in a hands-on position
  • Deep understanding of industry financials
  • Proven track record of financial leadership in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external partners

    • Skills

    Board And Investor MaterialsBudgetingCash Flow ForecastingFinancial ModelingLong-range PlanningManagement ReportingMonth-end ClosePower BIPower QueryPythonSAPScenario PlanningSnowflakeSQLTableau

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