SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST, STRATEGIC FINANCE & ANALYSIS

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE:    Senior Financial Analyst, Strategic Finance & Analysis

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will help drive and support the development of financial strategies, and related planning, reporting, and analysis across Scripps Research. The Senior Financial Analyst will have the ability to build strong partnerships with both scientific and administration teams to influence strategic decision making, tactical execution and process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Drive forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range financial planning for departmental, sponsored and non-sponsored research funds.
• Provide analyses and strategic direction to ensure Scripps Research’s financial commitments are met – internally and externally.
• Develop and manage best-in-class forecasting and measurement tools and processes, defining KPIs and deriving insights to inform operational decision-making.
• Improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and/or maximize opportunities in new initiatives / strategic investments and measure results.
• Support Scripps Research’s leadership to evaluate new opportunities and initiatives.
• Prepare presentations for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, executive team and senior staff, and perform complex financial analyses on tight deadlines.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.    

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or similar field; prior background in investment banking or management consulting a plus.
• 2 years related work experience in the biotechnology or technology sectors and/or life sciences academic/research institutions required, with strong analytic skills and ability to work in fast-paced, fluid environments
• Ability to understand complex business drivers, develop insights utilizing a data-driven approach, and communicate succinctly to a range of different audiences (principal investigators to executives and the Board of Directors)
• Adept in ambiguous situations, flexible and comfortable making decisions using available data points that can be limited and/or imperfect
• Adaptable to changing priorities while effectively managing multiple commitments
• Demonstrates strong ownership of work, taking responsibility for outcomes and proactively addressing challenges
• Strategic mindset coupled with the desire to actively improve the status quo
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with proven experience in cultivating cross-collaborative working relationships across an organization
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• While subject to change based on business needs, this is an on-campus position requiring a minimum of 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATION: 

The expected hiring range for this position is $98,000 to $112,700/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements. 

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking 

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.  The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff. 

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. 

Salary : $98,000 - $112,700