Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in Aliso Viejo

Job Description Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 (+Bonus & Equity) About SpyGlass Pharma: At SpyGlass Pharma (NASDAQ: SGP), we are focused on improving and preserving the vision of patients suffering from chronic eye conditions, while minimizing the impact on their daily lives. We aim to achieve this by developing cutting‑edge long‑term drug delivery products to address common causes of blindness and getting these products to the patients that need them. We have built a highly collaborative team with deep expertise across ophthalmology, drug delivery, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Our scientists, engineers, and clinical leaders bring decades of experience developing and commercializing breakthrough technologies, united by a shared commitment to patients and our guiding principle: We create for patients. That mindset shapes how we build our products, our teams, and our culture. Backed by strong clinical progress, significant funding, and a growing organization, SpyGlass Pharma is entering an exciting stage of growth as we advance our lead program, the SpyGlass BIM‑IOL, through Phase 3 clinical development. Summary: We are seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join our growing Finance team at SpyGlass Pharma. Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, this role will be responsible for leading budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning, and financial analysis activities to support executive decision‑making in a publicly traded biotechnology company. The FP&A Manager will partner cross‑functionally to provide financial visibility, ensure fiscal discipline, and support strategic initiatives as the company advances through Phase 3 clinical trials and prepares for commercialization. The ideal candidate brings strong public company experience, technical financial rigor, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly reforecast cycles, partnering with functional leaders to ensure accurate and aligned financial plans. Develop and maintain long‑range financial models to support strategic planning, capital allocation, and scenario analysis. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for executive leadership, including variance analysis and key performance metrics. Support public company reporting requirements, including preparation of materials supporting SEC filings, earnings releases, and investor communications. Partner with Clinical Operations, R&D, Manufacturing, and G&A to track program spend, headcount planning, and key operational drivers. Analyze clinical trial budgets, CRO contracts, manufacturing costs, and other program‑level expenditures to ensure alignment with approved plans. Provide financial modeling support for business development activities, strategic initiatives, and capital planning. Monitor cash flow projections and collaborate with Accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting and controls. Enhance financial processes, tools, and systems to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and scalability. Support Board of Directors and Audit Committee financial materials preparation as needed. Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX‑related processes applicable to a publicly traded company. Contribute to building a high‑performing, collaborative finance function aligned with company growth objectives. Qualifications Required For Position: Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA. Minimum of 58 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or investment banking. Prior experience in a publicly traded company environment; experience supporting SEC reporting and earnings processes strongly. Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or life sciences industry highly. Strong financial modeling skills, including experience building and maintaining complex operating and cash flow models. Understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance requirements. Ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional teams and translate financial data into actionable insights. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with ERP and financial planning systems (e.g., NetSuite, Adaptive, Anaplan). Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information to senior leadership and Board members. Why SpyGlass Pharma? We are offering a range of $140,000 - $160,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with an Annual Bonus opportunity. Share in our success with stock options, giving you a stake in the companys future. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy and happy, with a variety of plan and coverage options. Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, and personal leave. SpyGlass Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. SpyGlass Pharma takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of , , , , , , , , marital or veteran status, , or any other legally protected status. SpyGlass Pharma is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or , you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr