Director, FP&A - Global Commercial Finance & Analytics - Foster City, CA

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.Job DescriptionAs Director, FP&A - Global Commercial Finance & Analytics, you will play a leadership role in global commercial planning, forecasting, consolidation, reporting, controls, analytics, and finance transformation. You will serve as a trusted partner to regional and cross-functional stakeholders, translate complex financial information into executive-ready insights, and strengthen the quality, scalability, and governance of Commercial Finance processes.Office Location: Foster City, CAKey Responsibilities1. Global Revenue Forecasting, Consolidation & ReportingLead global commercial revenue forecasting, actuals reporting, variance analysis, and consolidated roll-ups across products and regions.Coordinate regional inputs and ensure consistent assumptions, standards, timelines, and quality across the worldwide forecast.Deliver recurring and ad hoc revenue analysis, including clear drivers, risks, opportunities, and executive-ready commentary.Oversee revenue-related close and planning deliverables, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely escalation of issues.2. Regional Finance Partnership & Market InsightsServe as the primary FP&A liaison for the United States and ACE regions, strengthening alignment between regional finance teams and Global Commercial Finance.Partner with regional teams to understand forecast movements, business drivers, price-volume dynamics, and emerging risks and opportunities.Translate regional submissions into a coherent global view and provide actionable insights for leadership decisions.3. Financial Controls, Data Integrity & GovernanceAct as a reviewer for revenue and operating expense information produced as evidence, supporting robust documentation, traceability, and control execution.Identify data-quality issues, investigate variances, coordinate remediation with Controllership and finance partners, and support audit-ready documentation.Promote disciplined financial governance, consistent definitions, and reliable reporting across systems, regions, and workstreams.4. Cross-Functional Finance & Medical Affairs SupportProvide finance support for Medical Affairs and other cross-functional priorities, connecting business needs with commercial financial planning and analysis.Serve as a liaison to PDM and G&A finance teams on cross-functional topics, including cost of goods sold and related P&L considerations.Coordinate inputs across Commercial, PDM, G&A, Controllership, and regional finance teams to provide an integrated financial perspective.5. Digital Finance, AI & Analytics LeadershipLead Commercial Finance AI support and adoption efforts, identifying practical use cases that improve forecast quality, reporting efficiency, and decision support.Champion digital finance innovation, automation, self-service analytics, and standardized reporting while aligning with enterprise governance expectations.Develop and enhance dashboards, analytical tools, and executive reporting that simplify complex information and improve transparency.6. Strategic Planning & Executive SupportSupport long-range planning, scenario analysis, profitability assessment, and strategic financial modeling for the global commercial organization.Prepare clear financial narratives and materials for senior leadership, earnings, Board, and other executive review forums.Provide thoughtful challenge and recommendations on investment choices, resource allocation, financial risks, and business trade-offs.7. Leadership & CollaborationOperate as a trusted finance leader across Commercial, regional, corporate, and cross-functional teams.Influence without authority, establish clear accountability, and drive alignment across geographically dispersed stakeholders.Coach and develop team members, strengthen technical and business capabilities, and foster an inclusive, high-performing environment.Basic QualificationsBS/BA with 12+ years of relevant experienceORMS/MA or MBA with 10+ years of relevant experienceORPhD with 8+ years of relevant experiencePreferred QualificationsExtensive FP&A experience in revenue forecasting, financial consolidation, close, planning, and management reporting within a complex global organization.Demonstrated ability to partner with regional and cross-functional finance teams and translate multiple inputs into an integrated enterprise view.Strong knowledge of financial controls, data governance, information-produced-by-the-entity review, and audit-ready documentation.Advanced analytical capability, including scenario modeling, price-volume analysis, profitability assessment, and risk and opportunity evaluation.Experience leading digital finance, AI, automation, dashboarding, and self-service analytics initiatives.Executive-level communication and data storytelling skills, with the ability to convert complex analysis into clear recommendations.Proven change leadership, process improvement, and stakeholder management skills across virtual and geographically dispersed teams.Strong judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.People Leader AccountabilitiesCreate Inclusion: Model inclusive leadership and embed the value of diverse perspectives in team decisions and ways of working.Develop Talent: Understand employees’ skills, experience, aspirations, and potential; provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.Empower Teams: Connect team goals to organizational purpose and objectives, clarify accountability, remove barriers, and enable effective collaboration across the broader ecosystem.The salary range for this position is: $210,375.00 - $272,250.00. 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: * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.For jobs in the United States:Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. 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We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.SummaryLocation: United States - California - Foster CityType: Full time