Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

1 week ago


San Diego, California, United States ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Full time
About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing breakthroughs in neuroscience to elevate life. With a rich history of innovation, we have been at the forefront of healthcare for over 30 years, bringing vital solutions to those who need them most. Our commitment to excellence has led to the development and commercialization of the first and only FDA-approved drug to treat hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson's disease psychosis, as well as the first and only FDA-approved drug for the treatment of Rett syndrome. Our clinical-stage development efforts are focused on Prader-Willi syndrome, Alzheimer's disease psychosis, and multiple other programs targeting neuropsychiatric symptoms in central nervous system disorders.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our team. Reporting to the Vice President of Strategic Finance, this role will serve as the finance leader supporting all Research & Development activities. The successful candidate will oversee all research programs from preclinical through late clinical stage, as well as clinical manufacturing. Key responsibilities will include generating meaningful reporting and analytics, effectively communicating findings across all levels of the organization, and driving strong financial decision making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as a financial business partner with the R&D organization, providing thought leadership and analysis for ongoing business initiatives.
  • Develop, maintain, and deliver financial reporting to the R&D leadership team, driving continuous improvement in forecasting and reporting.
  • Own the clinical trial cost forecast for all ongoing and planned studies, working closely with the clinical team and utilizing a deep understanding of activity-based cost drivers.
  • Manage financial commitments for ongoing research collaboration agreements and contractual obligations.
  • Develop rolling multi-year program-level forecasts, supporting R&D prioritization.
  • Support the clinical outsourcing team to proactively highlight vendor risks and opportunities and participate in CRO selection process and governance meetings.
  • Collaborate with Accounting to ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to company policies and procedures, as well as reasonableness of accruals.
  • Understand corporate financial systems to effectively perform planning and analysis.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA/CFA/MBA preferred.
  • 12+ years of experience in corporate finance, banking, or consulting with pharma experience in a clinical-stage organization required.
  • Understanding of R&D operations and clinical cost drivers.
  • High level of intellectual curiosity, with ability to identify business issues and proactively develop solutions.
  • Excellent financial analysis skills and ability to translate analyses into sound strategic recommendations.
  • Ability to think strategically and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work in a results-oriented, project-driven, real-time team environment, prioritize projects, and deliver quality results within tight time constraints.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation skills, and MS Office proficiency.
  • Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
  • Experience with NetSuite, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Oracle Cleartrial a plus.
What We Offer

Acadia Pharmaceuticals offers a competitive base salary, discretionary bonus, and equity awards based on individual and organizational performance. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 15+ vacation days, 14 paid holidays, 10 days of paid sick time, paid parental leave, and tuition assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at [insert contact information].



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