Summary:
Arrowhead is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst or Manager to join its FP&A team, supporting R&D Discovery departments (Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Clinical Pharmacology, and DMPK). This role focuses on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and providing analytical support to help drive strategic decisions and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning for R&D Discovery teams
- Analyze and communicate financial risks and opportunities
- Serve as a finance business partner to R&D leadership, providing insights and decision support
- Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports, accruals, and variance commentary
- Manage purchase order approvals and vendor contract reviews
- Support process improvements and financial system enhancements
- Collaborate with Finance/Accounting teams on closing activities and ad hoc projects
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of financial analysis or reporting experience, ideally in biotech or pharma
- Strong Excel modeling skills; attention to detail and analytical accuracy
- Working knowledge of US GAAP
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Adaptable, self-motivated, and eager to learn
- Occasional travel to other Arrowhead locations
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA, CPA, or CFA
- Experience with Anaplan software
Compensation:
- Salary range: $100,000 – $130,000 (Wisconsin-based)
Job sourced from Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals.