The Director, FP&A - Manufacturing/Operations will lead the development of financial KPIs that assess the execution of manufacturing and supply chain strategies; their alignment with manufacturing, financial, and business goals. And support in execution of initiatives to drive GM expansion as needed. The Director of FP&A Manufacturing/Operations will serve as financial planning and analysis partner to the SVP of Operations and his leadership team as well as advise the Twist senior executive leadership team on Manufacturing and Supply Chain planning and execution.

S(he) will be a team player who will bring broad knowledge of financial practices, systems and business principles. A proven professional who understands the needs of internal and external customers. Demonstrate quality improvement mindset in all projects and activities.

This is a hands-on role, with strong communication skills. Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the CAO and the Operation’s executive team.

Onsite Expectation: 4 Days per week in South San Francisco & 25% Travel to Wilsonville, OR

What You’ll Be Doing

Planning and Forecasting

•  Lead in Operations meetings utilizing financial reports and forecasts to identify and mitigate risk through Manufacturing/Operations Organization. 
• Ensure the Operations leadership team has a clear understanding of the financial performance, financial levers; Provide continuous monitoring and feedback to all departments within operations on cost and headcount budget target adherence.
• Develop successful cross-functional relationships across Production, and Supply Chain for demand planning and with Procurement and AP to implement project
• Track production process efficiency and productivity as it pertains to financial reporting. Displaying financial trends, key actions, and strategic implications to meeting or exceeding profitability targets.
• Identify key Growth and Value Levers within Operations Organization and communicate at the Monthly/Quarterly Meetings
• Develop, oversee and manage the organization’s Operational investment plans including Capital Investments and support NPIs and the entry of new markets
• Organizational Development
• Lead, manage, coach and develop Operational FP&A team developing appropriate KPIs, setting relevant goals and objectives for the team, and effectively communicating expectations as appropriate and necessary.
• Business Operational Performance
• Work with the operational owners understanding information regarding monthly operations to ensure alignment of expenses and capital investments to budget and providing timely feedback on variances.
• Responsible for gathering financial data for analysis and forecasting with respect to profits, trends, costs, and cash flow within operations business units.
• Own and lead analysis on financial performance, towards Revenue’s, COGs, GM
• Support the Twist Business Development teams in analyzing the financial impacts of prospective collaborative agreements, and NPV analysis.

Corporate

• Work with CFO and CAO in preparing all content for Board of Directors meetings, Audit Committee meetings, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Partner seamlessly with the CAO and Corporate Controller in ensuring that we have the appropriate financial planning systems’ tools to support our business; supporting the timely and accurate integration of actual results from SAP into our planning system environment.
• Support our Quarterly Earnings process and call, integrating with our Accounting, Legal, & Investor Relations teams.
• Involved with M&A transactions, including the preparation and review of due diligence materials, financial modeling, cost synergies, integration (financial and operational

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business-related field required; with 8 years of relevant work experience in Finance. MBA or Advanced degree preferred
• Experience with rapid business growth in a technology company, customer negotiations, FP&A, local statutory reporting regulations.
• Effectively demonstrate the highest level of integrity, a high degree of professionalism working within a diverse workforce.
• Strong management and leadership skills, effectively guide and mentor a team. Professional and personable demeanor.
• Proven solid verbal and written English communication skills, other foreign languages preferred. Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills. Able to effectively express ideas, issues and solutions verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other comparable ERP systems preferred, and knowledge of US GAAP and disclosure requirements
• Ability to provide sound business judgment, strategic thinking, and broad financial analysis and business perspective across the organization.
• Demonstrated track record of attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent team player with ability to build and leverage internal and external alliances.
• Highly creative and innovative with tenacity and “can-do” attitude
• High level of energy, passion and executive presence.