About this role
Senior Financial Analyst- FP&A Clinical Studies
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Gilead Sciences is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst- FP&A Clinical Studies to join our Oncology Program Finance FP&A R&D finance team in Foster City, CA. In this role, you will partner closely with the Oncology Therapeutic Area Clinical Operations team, and Finance colleagues to provide financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analytical support for clinical study spend. You will help drive budgeting and forecasting processes, perform financial analyses, support month-end close activities, and provide insights to support business decision-making.
As a Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A Clinical Studies, at Gilead you will ...
- Partner with Finance Colleagues, Clinical Operations, and cross-functional stakeholders to provide financial support and analysis for clinical study spend.
- Support the month-end close process, including accrual reviews, variance analysis, and reporting.
- Assist in the preparation of forecasts, latest estimates, annual budgets, and long-range plans.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support resource planning, study forecasting, and business decision-making.
- Prepare monthly, periodic, and other ad hoc management reports, analytics, and presentations.
- Analyze budget versus actual results and communicate key drivers, risks, and opportunities to Finance and business partners.
- Support financial analysis related to development programs and external collaborations as required.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of reporting tools, financial models, and planning processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.