Full-Time
VP – Finance
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Cellares
201-500 employees
Develops and manufactures cell therapies efficiently
Industrial & Manufacturing
Biotechnology
Compensation Overview
$200k - $300kAnnually
Senior
San Bruno, CA, USA
Position requires onsite presence in South San Francisco.
Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Power BI
SQL
SAP Products
Tableau
Snowflake
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- 10+ years of relevant demonstrated financial and leadership experience
- Experience in planning tools such as Planful or Anaplan
- Extensive experience with SAP or other relevant ERP solutions
- Extensive experience with analysis tools and databases such as 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
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with company leadership and key stakeholders across the company on the formulation and execution of the company operating plan and all detailed modeling and forecasting activities to drive successful execution of the operating plan
- Manage all aspects of FP&A such as forecasting, monthly budget vs. actual, and analysis
- Provide insights into key opportunities and profitability for potential projects to ensure each is financially viable and aligns with the company’s strategic goals
- Model, analyze and track the financial projections (cash and GAAP) and performance of individual company projects as needed
- Lead internal cash flow analysis activities including the preparation of monthly reports for Executive Leadership. Identify risks, performance variances and scenario alternatives as part of the analysis activities
- Support the creation of business and financial presentations (e.g., board decks, Quarterly Business Reports, etc.)
- Coordinate and address financial and information requests from Company investors at the direction of the CFO and in partnership with the VP, Corporate Controller
- As part of the Company’s annual audit process, prepare supporting and supplemental information as requested by the Company’s auditors as it relates to forward looking projections
Cellares develops and manufactures cell therapies in the biotechnology sector, operating as an Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO). This model combines development and manufacturing processes in one facility, unlike traditional CDMOs. Their proprietary "Smart Factory" technology enhances productivity and reduces costs and failure rates. Cellares aims to provide efficient and cost-effective manufacturing services for cell therapies, making it a competitive choice in the industry.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$345.3M
Headquarters
South San Francisco, California
Founded
2019
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↑ 12%1 year growth
↑ 32%2 year growth
↑ 98%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The $380M worldwide capacity reservation and supply agreement with Bristol Myers Squibb underscores Cellares' strong market position and growth potential.
- The launch of Cell Q, the world's first automated cGMP QC workcell, demonstrates Cellares' commitment to innovation and operational efficiency.
- The addition of industry veteran Christi Shaw to the advisory board brings invaluable expertise and leadership to the company.
What critics are saying
- The complexity of integrating advanced technologies like the Cell Shuttle and Cell Q could lead to operational challenges and delays.
- The highly competitive biotechnology sector requires continuous innovation to maintain a leading position, which can be resource-intensive.
What makes Cellares unique
- Cellares is the first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO), combining development and manufacturing processes under one roof, unlike traditional CDMOs.
- Their proprietary 'Smart Factory' technology, including automated single-use cartridge systems, significantly boosts productivity and reduces costs and process failure rates.
- Strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies like Bristol Myers Squibb and Lyell highlight their industry credibility and advanced capabilities.
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