Senior Financial Analyst Corporate Finance (M&A and BD)

Exelixis, Inc.; Alameda, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Exelixis, Inc. in Alameda, CA seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to support corporate development, M&A, and business development decisions. You will build valuation models, evaluate licensing opportunities, and prepare deal analyses for senior management.

The role requires strong financial modeling, GAAP/non-GAAP analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. MBA or BS/BA with 5+ years or 3+ years with MBA; experience in biotech/pharma preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong financial modeling and statement analysis (GAAP & non-GAAP).
• Experience with biotechnology/pharma industry preferred.
• MBA or BS/BA with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare valuation analyses for potential licensing and M&A transactions.
• Build merger consequence models to evaluate acquisitions.
• Perform discounted cash flow analyses for lifecycle management of assets.
• Develop and standardize financial models and scenario analyses.
• Support board presentations and senior management with insights.

Skills

Financial modeling

GAAP & non-GAAP analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

FactSet

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MBA

Tools

FactSet

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst Corporate Finance (M&A and BD)

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Financial Analyst - BD and M&A will be responsible for the execution of financial analysis to support the executive leadership team on critical business decisions. This role will perform duties to support corporate development, business development, strategic planning, life cycle management and general corporate finance activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Corporate and Business Development
  • Prepare company/asset valuation analyses on potential licensing and M&A transactions
  • Build merger consequences models to evaluate potential acquisitions
  • Evaluate in-licensing opportunities from a financial/business perspective
  • Test sensitivity of deal economics to variances in key assumptions, including synergies
  • Contribute to preparation and presentation of deal summaries and recommendations to senior management
• Lifecyle Management and Strategic Planning
  • Build and update long-range planning models and assist in preparation of BoD presentations
  • Perform discounted cash flow analyses to support lifecycle management of pipeline assets
  • Perform company-level and project-level valuation analysis
  • Perform specific value-added analyses, e.g., resource allocation, profitability analysis, sensitivity/scenario analyses, benchmarking
  • Evaluate and compare the financial benefits of life cycle management initiatives/alternatives
  • Build analysis to support business partner recommendations on investment/divestment decisions to executive management and Board of Directors
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to support collaboration, alignment, and successful execution of business priorities
• Corporate Finance
  • Develop and standardize financial analysis models employing best-in-class financial analysis techniques, including scenario modelling
  • Assist in development of cost-effective strategies for financing the company's business initiatives and optimizing the company's capital structure
  • Performs comparable company analysis on biotechnology peers in a broad number of areas including financings, capital structure, deal‑making, share performance, etc.
  • Create company profiles on biotech and pharma peers
  • Maintain corporate weighted average cost of capital (WACC) calculation
  • Proactively monitors industry news, trends, and market dynamics
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and 5 years of related experience; or
• MBA degree in related discipline and 3 year of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

• Experience in investment banking/management consulting preferred
• Experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Experience working with cross-functional teams is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Strong expertise in financial modeling and financial statement analysis (GAAP and non‑GAAP)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, FactSet (or comparable financial analytics tools e.g., Bloomberg, Capital IQ)
• Advanced Excel modelling
• Expertise in evaluating and modeling various funding arrangements (e.g., revolver, term loans, equity issuances, etc.)
• Strong analytical, strategic, problem solving and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
• Knowledgeable about the biotech / pharma industry
• Adaptability to evolving business needs, priorities, and approaches
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Demonstrated understanding of operational drivers of the financial analyses
• Ability to translate financial analyses into clear business implications and communicate them effectively to cross‑functional teams and leadership
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and perform analyses in situations with incomplete information and evolving assumptions

Travel Requirements

• 0% This position does not require travel.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $116,000 - $166,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors. In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales‑based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long‑term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company‑wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [e-mail]

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.