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Director of Finance

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Redeployment has been hired by a leading life sciences company seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic financial insights and forecasting, with a primary focus on clinical-stage programs while also supporting preclinical and discovery efforts. This role involves close collaboration across R&D, Legal, Finance, and CMC, leveraging market intelligence and strategic analysis to drive business growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage annual budgets and monthly forecasts, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Provide detailed performance analysis, identifying trends, variances, and areas for corrective action.
  • Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership and the board, offering insights into financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
  • Conduct research and data analysis to gain deep insights into market trends and products.
  • Maintain and improve systems for clinical study cost accruals.
  • Act as a strategic partner to R&D and Clinical teams, integrating financial insights into cross-functional decision-making.
  • Align program-level forecasts with broader portfolio and enterprise planning.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and competitive developments to inform long-term strategic planning.
  • Lead ad-hoc financial analyses, supporting cost optimization, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop forecasts for pipeline programs from preclinical research through commercialization.
  • Provide scenario analyses to support leadership decision-making and long-range financial planning.
  • Support the enhancement of finance-related information systems to improve efficiency.
  • Assist with financial modeling for income tax planning and revenue recognition for research collaborations.

Education and Experience:

  • Must be based in San Diego, with the ability to work in-office.
  • 5+ years of experience in forecasting, analytics, or strategic planning within the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with exposure to various stages of drug development preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, life sciences, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies for pipeline programs, inline products, and enterprise planning.
  • Experience integrating secondary research, primary research, and data analytics into financial forecasting.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and effectively influence senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong strategic thinking skills to synthesize data and insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Experience partnering across R&D, Clinical, and Finance teams to drive business strategy.
  • Expertise in financial forecasting, portfolio modeling, and scenario planning.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic area landscapes, competitive intelligence, and market dynamics.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey insights to executive leadership.
  • Experience supporting enterprise-level financial and operational planning.

Pay range: $175K-$225K