The Opportunity:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytic Finance/Accounting professional to join our Controlling and Financial Analysis (CFA) team.  In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the month end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and providing analytical support for the Commercial organization.  The CFA team plays a crucial role in helping the organization make informed decisions to optimize P&L performance through accurate, timely and actionable financial information.

Responsibilities

Be a financial steward:

Lead and manage month end close process through proper PO coding, expense recognition, journal entries, recodes, and compliance to internal controls and processes

Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records and financial data

Participate in monthly and quarterly preparation and analysis of the squad and/or function financial results; support trade-off decisions due to strategy changes in close partnership with Finance and Business teams

Act as the single point of contact for Controlling related questions from assigned Marketing or Functional area; collaborates effectively, sharing views and actively soliciting ideas from others 

Stay abreast of and communicate/educate partners on all financial processes impacting the business to ensure adherence and compliance to these processes

Have strong command over all relevant financial systems, tools, data sets and reports, and reporting capabilities of databases

Innovations & Technology:

Review and implement process improvement initiatives that align with group and departmental goals

Accelerate innovation and implement a true Digital Culture across the Finance network

Think creatively and connect the dots across the organization to enable decision making 

Competencies

Accounting and Finance expertise; strong attention to detail

Communicates technical information clearly to a non technical audience, both verbally and in writing; readily grasps the main points in communications from others

Have advanced technical skills using spreadsheets, databases, and presentation tools

Dependable in an environment of frequent deadlines and reprioritization 

Motivated to develop deep understanding of Genentech’s financial systems and processes

Collaborate and influence effectively in a complex matrixed environment 

Provide sound financial judgment and ideas with deep understanding of product P&L

Who you are:

Senior Financial Analyst (SE5)

You have 3-5 years of relevant work experience (Preferably within pharmaceutical or biotech industry (commercial or clinical) and/or Finance within other industries)

You have a Bachelor's degree in (Finance and/or Accounting related degree; CPA preferred)
 

The expected salary range for this position, based on the primary location of California is $ 76,200-141,400

Or, Financial Analyst Manager (SE6)

You have 3-5 years of relevant work experience (Preferably within pharmaceutical or biotech industry (commercial or clinical) and/or Finance within other industries)

You have a Bachelor's degree in (Finance and/or Accounting related degree; CPA preferred)

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California, is $109,300- $202,900

Demonstrated knowledge of accrual accounting concepts and financial statement analysis; experience in leading month-end close & reporting activities.

Knowledge of pharma commercialization strategies and tactics a plus.

Proven track record of time management, project management, and teamwork 

Must have intermediate-level knowledge of Excel and familiarity using ERP systems (SAP and TM1 preferred), including use of financial reports

Data science knowledge (e.g. Python programming, Tableau) a plus

Demonstrated knowledge of accrual accounting concepts and financial statement analysis

Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.