Ultragenyx

Senior Director, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis

Ultragenyx

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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Salary

💰 $249,400 - $308,100 per year

Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

ERPOracle

About the role

  • Lead the development, implementation, and execution of the enterprise-level annual budget and forecast updates, long-range strategic financial plans (e.g., 5-year plan), and assessing and preparing for alternate scenarios, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and business objectives
  • Partner with senior leadership across R&D, Commercial, Technical Operations, and Corporate Functions to develop robust financial models and provide strategic financial input for key decision-making, resource allocation, and investment prioritization
  • Oversee the preparation and presentation of detailed financial reports, analyses, and dashboards to senior management, the executive leadership team, and the Board of Directors, providing clear, concise, and actionable insights
  • Provide strong leadership in guiding the FP&A team to deliver high-quality financial analysis and insights that support strategic decision-making
  • Maximize use of current technology and drive adoption of new advanced technologies as needed
  • Challenge the status quo and identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency within financial planning and analysis
  • Collaborate effectively with Accounting, Treasury, Investor Relations, Business Development, and other functional leads to ensure seamless financial operations and data integrity
  • Act as a key finance partner to business leaders, providing financial expertise and support for strategic initiatives
  • Serve as Finance representative to one or more of our project teams, providing analytical and strategic support

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree highly preferred
  • Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in finance roles, with at least 5+ years in a senior financial or leadership position, preferably within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
  • Proven experience leading and managing an FP&A function, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and reporting
  • Strong understanding of profitability modelling, valuation models, KPIs, and financial controls
  • Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset and learning agility- eager to connect dots across the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to be a strong business partner with high-energy and a hands-on approach- not afraid to roll up the sleeves and contribute where needed, sometimes beyond existing role. High level of integrity, dependability, and a strong sense of urgency
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights. Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities, with a proactive and results-oriented approach
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial information to diverse audiences, including non-financial stakeholders
  • Proficiency in financial planning software (Adaptive), dashboards (Power Bi), ERP systems (Oracle), and advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and ability to create US GAAP compliant statement of cash flows desired