SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST, STRATEGIC FINANCE & ANALYSIS

$98,000 - $112,700/Yr

The Scripps Research Institute - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Financial Analyst in Strategic Finance & Analysis at Scripps Research plays a crucial role in developing financial strategies and conducting related planning, reporting, and analysis. This position requires building strong partnerships with scientific and administrative teams to influence strategic decision-making and tactical execution, ultimately supporting the organization's mission to drive medical breakthroughs.

Responsibilities

• Drive forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range financial planning.
• Provide analyses and strategic direction to ensure financial commitments are met internally and externally.
• Develop and manage best-in-class forecasting and measurement tools and processes, defining KPIs and deriving insights for operational decision-making.
• Evaluate processes to drive efficiencies and maximize opportunities in new initiatives and strategic investments, measuring results.
• Support leadership in evaluating new opportunities and initiatives.
• Prepare presentations for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, executive team, and senior staff, performing complex financial analyses on tight deadlines.

Requirements

• 2+ years related work experience, preferably in biotechnology, technology sectors, or life sciences academic/research institutions.
• Strong analytic skills and ability to work in fast-paced, fluid environments.
• Ability to understand complex business drivers and communicate insights succinctly to various audiences.
• Adept in ambiguous situations and comfortable making decisions with limited data.
• Adaptable to changing priorities while managing multiple commitments effectively.
• Strategic mindset with a desire to improve the status quo.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with experience in cross-collaborative working relationships.
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or similar field; background in investment banking or management consulting is a plus.

Benefits

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan with an option to contribute to a 403(b).
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site parking.