Financial Analyst (Clinical Accrual) at Exelixis, Inc. in Alameda, California

Job Description:

Company Description

Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause: to launch innovative medicines that give patients and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for 25 years, we have a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our lead product has provided a solid commercial foundation allowing us to reinvigorate our research efforts, and grow our team in areas such as Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Commercial.

As we expand our global partnerships and further reinvest in R&D to help us discover the next breakthrough for difficult-to-treat cancers, we're seeking to add talented, dedicated employees to power our mission.

Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too.

Position Description:

The Financial Analyst, Clinical Accrual, will provide support for the company's clinical accrual process. The ideal candidate will be detailed oriented, show a willingness to learn, and be a team player. This individual will play an active role in the monthly and quarterly financial close process.

Position Requirements:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Interpret R&D contracts and determine appropriate accrual schedules and/or models
• Update clinical site accrual models based on current patient enrollment data and latest site budgets
• Prepare CRO/vendor spending files for monthly accruals
• Examine all clinical invoices and identify and populate accrual schedule accordingly
• Ensure that monthly clinical accrual schedule is complete and ready for manager review
• Perform quarterly reconciliation of site accrual models
• Support internal and external audit initiatives with retrieval of contracts, invoices and any other pertinent information needed to answer auditors' questions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• No supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Education:
• BS/BA degree in related discipline and three years of related experience; or,
• MS/MA degree in related discipline and one year of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience
• Experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry preferred

Knowledge/Skills:
• Must have strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Experience working in or closely with accounting on financial close activities
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently, proactively, and effectively under pressure
• Systems oriented, experience with SAP ERP system preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, advanced skills preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Environment: primarily working indoors in an office setting
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DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.