Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Location: Redwood City, CA - Onsite Role Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Manager, Commercialization FP&A to support our growing Global Commercialization organization. The Senior Manager, Commercialization FP&A, will be a key operational finance partner across Global Commercial Development, US Commercialization, and Global Medical Affairs teams. This role reports to the Senior Director, Commercialization FP&A. Duties and Responsibilities Support Global Commercialization FP&A cadences, including annual budget, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning; partner with functional leaders to align assumptions, timing, and resource needs, and utilize FP&A systems (Adaptive) for consolidation and reporting. Own and deliver executive-ready management reporting packages (budget vs. actuals, forecast updates, regional/product P&L views as applicable) and clearly communicate key insights, risks, and opportunities. Drive monthly variance analysis of actuals vs. budget/forecast; investigate discrepancies, understand key business drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders. Provide ad hoc analytical support to enable decision-making, including spend tracking, benchmarking, and scenario analysis (e.g., resourcing trade-offs, vendor strategy, and investment prioritization). Lead the monthly accounting close process for Global Commercialization OPEX, including preparation of month-end OPEX accrual journal entries and review of open POs, invoices, and service completion status in coordination with Accounting/Procurement and functional operations teams. Establish and maintain governance for PO coding and mapping to ensure alignment with business initiatives, accurate initiative-level reporting, and scalable cost management practices. Maintain a continuous improvement mindset across processes, systems, and reporting-identifying opportunities to standardize, automate, and strengthen controls as we scale into a global, fully integrated commercial-stage company. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. 6+ years' experience in a similar role in the biotechnology industry. Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and AI automation (Codex, Claude Code). Experience working effectively in a demanding environment with minimal direction. Strong work ethic and ability to adjust workload based on changing priorities. Highest standards of accuracy, precision, and diligence; highly organized. Ability to think creatively, highly driven, and initiative-taking. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively cross-functionally with demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize options, anticipate challenges, and execute corporate goals. Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications CPA or MBA preferred. Demonstrated experience utilizing financial systems and other business intelligence tools; NetSuite, Adaptive Insights (including OfficeConnect), and Coupa experience. Desired Skills and Experience Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Commercialization Finance, Operational Finance, Annual Budgeting, Quarterly Forecasting, Long-Range Planning, Financial Consolidation, Management Reporting, Executive Reporting, Budget vs. Actuals, Variance Analysis, Profit & Loss (P&L), Financial Modeling, Scenario Analysis, Spend Tracking, Benchmarking, Investment Prioritization, Resource Planning, Vendor Strategy, Month-End Close, OPEX Management, Accrual Journal Entries, Purchase Orders, Invoice Review, Cost Management, Financial Governance, Financial Controls, Process Improvement, Process Automation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Biotechnology Finance, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, AI Automation, Codex, Claude Code, Adaptive Insights, OfficeConnect, NetSuite, Coupa, Business Intelligence, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision Support, Accounting, Procurement, Multitasking, Written and Verbal Communication, CPA, MBA Bayside Solutions, Inc. may collect your personal information during the position application process. Please reference Bayside Solutions, Inc.'s CCPA Privacy Policy at #J-18808-Ljbffr