Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A)

Clark Davis Associates; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to partner with Sales & Marketing leadership on critical budgeting and forecasting initiatives. This hybrid position based in San Francisco requires expertise in analytical thinking, financial reporting, and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in accounting or financial analysis with 3-5 years of experience. Competitive salary range is $95,000–$125,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or FP&A (pharmaceutical industry preferred).
• Solid understanding of US GAAP principles.
• Proactive professional capable of working autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and cost center tracking.
• Conduct variance analysis and develop financial reports for senior leadership.
• Contribute to annual budget preparation and quarterly forecasts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Expert-level Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Financial reporting systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Associate Director, Executive Recruitment (Accounting/Finance)

A rapidly expanding pharmaceutical company is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to partner with Sales & Marketing leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives. This role delivers critical financial insights to management while handling essential finance functions including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis under the guidance of the Sr. Manager, FP&A.

This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to be based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and cost center tracking
• Conduct variance analysis and develop financial reports for senior leadership
• Contribute to annual budget preparation, quarterly forecasts, and long‑range planning
• Oversee contract and purchase requisition approval workflows
• Deliver actionable, data‑driven insights to inform business strategy
• Generate ad‑hoc analyses and engage in executive‑level financial discussions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus)
• 3‑5+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or FP&A (pharmaceutical industry background preferred)
• Solid understanding of US GAAP principles
• Expert‑level Excel proficiency and experience with financial reporting systems
• Superior communication skills with ability to present to all organizational levels
• Proven analytical thinking and project management expertise
• Proactive professional capable of working autonomously