About the Role

The Senior Financial Analyst is a high visibility role within our company, and will perform various financial analytics to meet internal reporting needs and business decision making. Specific areas of focus will include supporting the creation of the annual plan, quarterly budget vs. actual analysis, tailored reporting packages for executives and the Board of Directors, analytics for business development initiatives, and various ad-hoc analytics.

This professional should have the mindset for being an integral part of a high-performing department culture that strives for continuous improvement in the quality and timing of financial-related deliverables and service to internal and external parties. 

Let’s talk about some of the key responsibilities of the role:

• Partner with various departmental leaders to determine and support their specific financial analytic needs.
• Prepare quarterly budget vs. actual analysis for each department that includes thoughtful commentary for cost savings or other business opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of Power Point slides for use in quarterly Executive Team and BOD meetings.
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of the Annual Plan and Quarterly Forecasts.
• Assist in refinements of the Long-Range Strategic Plan.
• Assist the Business Development team with analytics associated with in/out-licensing opportunities and M&A.
• Assist with the preparation of other tailored financial reports (e.g., to support quarterly “earnings” calls with analysts).
• Develop and produce comprehensive financial reports and analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses to support various business initiatives and respond to data requests.

Factors for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Finance and/or Accounting roles including Financial Planning and Analysis and/or Budgeting within publicly traded life sciences companies (pharmaceutical experience preferred).
• Strong analytical background with strategic thinking capabilities, investigative skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with FP&A and Accounting software and systems commonly used in the industry. Preferably experienced with Adaptive Planning and NetSuite.
• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills, including financial modelling.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

A Few Other Details Worth Mentioning:

• The position will be based in our beautiful Irvine office, complete with a courtyard, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals. We provide a hybrid work environment.
• We are passionate about our culture! Our Tarsans live our values of commitment to patients, empowerment to champion innovation, and teamwork to amplify impact!
• This position reports directly to our Director of Financial Planning & Analysis.

At Tarsus, we understand the importance of attracting and retaining top talent. The expected base pay range for this position is $90,000 - $126,000 plus bonus, stock equity, and comprehensive benefits. The base pay range reflects the target range for this position, but individual pay will be determined by additional factors such as job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Our benefits include health, dental and vision insurance benefits to ensure your well-being. We believe in work-life balance and offer generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days. For more details regarding Tarsus benefits, please visit: https://alliantbenefits.cld.bz/tarsus2024BenSnapshot.

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