Finance Manager - R&D Consolidations

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Job Description
 

The Finance Manager, R&D Consolidations will own and drive integrated financial processes spanning month-end close, management reporting, and short-term planning for R&D. This role combines rigorous accounting and reporting execution with forward-looking planning, analysis, and business partnership. The position requires the ability to manage complex, cross-functional deliverables, synthesize portfolio-level financial results, and translate key drivers into clear insights for senior leadership.

The Finance Manager will develop, execute, and continuously improve processes that support accurate and timely close activities, effective forecast and budget cycles, and high-quality Corporate deliverables. The Finance Manager will partner with FP&A teams across R&D, PDM/Operations, Kite, and Corporate. The role reports to the Sr. Director, R&D Consolidations Finance.

Core Responsibilities:

·         Manage and lead the overall month-end close and short-term planning processes, including forecast, budget, and quarterly landing estimates across R&D Finance

·         Own the end-to-end R&D Finance planning calendar across month-end close, budget, and forecast; drive short-term planning processes and coordinate assumptions and submissions across R&D finance stakeholders and Corporate FP&A to ensure alignment of actuals, outlook, and key deliverables

·         Lead month-end close process for R&D Finance, including management review meetings, the R&D Close Package for Corporate, Information Produced by the Entity (IPE), audit-driven deliverables, and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting support with strong attention to detail and an accounting focus

·         Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Controllership, and other partners to manage close timelines, communicate deliverables, resolve issues, and deliver accurate and timely reporting

·         Synthesize key financial drivers and develop clear R&D commentary and executive-level presentations for Corporate reporting, short-term planning reviews, leadership reviews, and external reporting considerations; drive portfolio discussions and provide strategic insight

·         Perform annual industry benchmarking analysis, in addition to leading ad hoc and other special projects in response to inquiries from Corporate FP&A, Legal, Tax and other stakeholders

·         Proactively identify and implement process improvements that increase the efficiency, consistency, control, and effectiveness of close, reporting, analysis, and planning processes

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and Six Years' Experience 

OR 

Masters' Degree and Four Years' Experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Minimum of 6 years of progressive finance experience, or 4 years with an MBA, with increasing scope and responsibility

·         Experience managing complex cross-functional processes and influencing stakeholders without direct authority

·         Prior experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals is strongly preferred

·         Strong knowledge of accounting and finance, including U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP), financial controls, close processes, forecasting, and variance analysis

·         Extract, analyze, reconcile, and report financial data from ERP and planning systems with a high degree of accuracy and technical expertise

·         Experience in a high-growth, multinational organization is a plus

·         Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean, process mapping, or similar operational improvement methods is a plus; advanced certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) is also a plus

Competencies:

·         Cross-Functional Partnership: Inquisitive and collaborative; builds credibility quickly, works effectively across Finance and the business, and influences outcomes through transparent communication

·         Financial and Business Acumen: Applies analytical judgment, business foresight, and problem-solving skills to complex R&D portfolio questions

·         Execution and Ownership: Highly organized; manages multiple close and planning deliverables with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and accountability for quality and deadlines

·         Executive Communication: Distills complex financial information into concise, decision-useful messages for senior leaders and diverse audiences

·         Change Leadership: Operates as an independent self-starter and challenges the status quo constructively

·         Results Orientation: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and demonstrates persistence, adaptability, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results

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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