Finance Manager, PDM FP&A

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Job Description
 

Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses worldwide. As a Finance Manager, FP&A PDM you are responsible for partnering with the Manufacturing Operations organization in Foster City and providing decision support and analytics, drive the forecasting and budgeting process, developing management reporting packages, and supporting process improvement initiatives.  The individual should also have the executive presence to interact with Senior Management in both Finance and PDM.

The Finance Manager will be a key member of the FP&A team supporting the Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing (PDM) organization and will be based in Foster City, CA.  This position reports to the Senior Director in PDM Finance.

 

 Essential Duties and Job Functions: 

 Provide financial support to PDM organization including but not limited to the following:

·         Establishes strong business partnerships within the Manufacturing Operations organization to provide comprehensive financial support and analytics for key strategic initiatives as well as day-to-day tactical operations. 

·         Leads the forecast planning process for operating expenses, capital expenses and headcount.  Coordinate and communicate deliverables and timelines, effectively collaborate with business partners to develop budget forecasts and presentations for senior management.

·         Proactively partners with the business to provide decision support and contribute to operational excellence in areas including contract manufacturing, inventory management, expense and resource management, contract compliance and audit support.

·         Leads monthly and quarterly close processes including expense accruals management, capital expense tracking, budget variance commentary and compliance requirements.  Leads planning, development and delivery of accurate and timely management reporting of monthly financial performance. 

·         Drives development of meaningful financial analyses and creates effective presentations and reporting to communicate insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

·         Proactively recommends process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our reporting and analysis.  Develop subject matter expertise on financial systems and processes.  Develop new reporting capabilities to monitor key performance metrics.

·         Monitors and ensures compliance with internal controls, company policies and procedures including the Worldwide Controller’s Policies.

The key competencies for this candidate are:

·         Business Partnership and Collaboration: must demonstrate an ability to build strong relationships and establish credibility with diverse audiences and work collaboratively to deliver meaningful analyses and decision support.

·         Results Orientation: results-driven and must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  Has the ability to manage multiple tasks at once and deliver on deadlines in an accurate and timely manner.

·         Business Savvy and Financial Acumen: possess technical knowledge on analytics, business foresight, and problem-solving skills balanced by sound business judgment.

·         Independent Worker with Cross-Functional Orientation: independent self-starter and a proactive leader demonstrating strong influencing and communications capabilities.

 

Basic Qualifications: 

·         BS or BA is required, and an MBA or CPA is strongly preferred. 

·         6+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, having held positions of increasing scope and responsibility. 4+ years of experience with an MBA degree. 

·         Strong analytical skills and significant knowledge and understanding of US GAAP is required.  

·         Experience with project reporting, operational accounting and management reporting is strongly preferred.

·         Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

·         Must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. 

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Familiarity with SAP and SAC-P is preferred.

·         Prior experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry and/or in high-growth multi-national organizations is a plus. 

People Leader Accountabilities:

•Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the

way they manage their teams.

•Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current

performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and

realize their purpose.

•Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding

them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

 

The salary range for this position is: $136,340.00 - $176,440.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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