Interim Director of FP&A

Description

The Interim Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is responsible for leading the organization’s financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical processes. This role serves as a key business partner to the CFO and executive leadership team, providing strategic insights and financial guidance to drive informed decision‑making and long‑term organizational performance.

Final date to receive applications: 27 March 2026

Department: Finance and Accounting

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Emeryville, CA

Reporting To: Chief of Staff

• Lead the annual and periodic budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long‑range planning processes.
• Prepare financial models, variance analyses, and business case evaluations to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting packages showing plan vs. actual results, with commentary and analysis of key drivers and variances.
• Provide analysis and insight into revenue, margins, operating expenses, and capital expenditures, particularly related to the PPN.
• Support scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and what‑if analysis for key initiatives.
• Monitor overhead and indirect rate performance and proactively support actions to manage variances.
• Assist the CFO and executive leadership team with presentations and financial reports for executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and key stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the Controller and accounting organization to ensure financial performance aligns with forecasts and budgets.
• Partner with business unit leaders to understand key drivers of financial performance and operational efficiency, specifically for membership activities, research and cost‑share programs, and capital projects.
• Translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CFO and leadership team, supporting major initiatives and resource allocation decisions.

• Build, lead, mentor, and develop a small high‑performing FP&A team, fostering analytical rigor, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Promote best practices in financial management and ensure consistent analytical methodologies across the organization.

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve planning tools, processes, and reporting frameworks using financial planning and business intelligence systems.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop dashboards to track financial and operational health.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related financial leadership roles.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data visualization.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Proven track record of building and leading high‑performing teams in dynamic environments.

• MBA, CPA, or CFA designation.
• Experience in the biotechnology or advanced manufacturing industries.
• Experience in capital investment projects.
• Working knowledge of federal grants management and compliance with 2 CFR 200.

BioMADE offers flexible (hybrid) work options for some positions based on business roles and needs. For flexible positions, employees are expected to be in the office 3 days per week, including the two All‑Staff days, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and may work remotely from a home office 2 days per week. It would be preferred to have someone interested in being on‑site with the teams.