Sr. Financial Analyst, FP&A

Join the world’s largest AI-powered R&D orchestration platform. We empower pharmaceutical and biotech leaders to source and manage global research through an innovative, pre-approved supplier network. As we scale, we are leveraging cutting-edge, cloud-based accounting and tax compliance systems to redefine how the industry handles financial operations.

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst FP&A to join our Finance team. In this role, you won't just crunch numbers—you will build the data architecture and financial models that drive our growth. We need a self-starting "thinker" who can bridge the gap between complex data processing and high-level strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management, banks and PE stakeholders. Perform variance analysis to provide insights into actuals vs. forecasts.
• Strategic Modeling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the annual budgeting process and continuous re-forecasting efforts using Datarails.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Marketing, and Sales to align financial forecasts with business activity and strategic initiatives.
• Data Extraction & Architecture: Build and maintain optimized data extraction processes. This includes expertise in NetSuite (Saved Searches, Analytics Workbooks, and SuiteScripts), SQL queries for Superset, and internal data warehousing.
• Project Management: Manage individual projects from initial planning through to completion.

*Requirements & Skills

Education & Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Finance or Accounting.
• Experience with high-growth startups, life sciences, tech, or private equity-backed environments is highly preferred.

Technical Proficiency:

• Expert level Excel skills (complex modeling is a must).
• Hands on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and reporting tools like Datarails and Superset.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail when working with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex financial data into clear, concise information.
• Self-organized and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline driven team environment.

Logistics:

• On-site in Solana Beach headquarters office at least 4 days a week. Local (San Diego County) candidates only
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Full-time, salaried position, Mon-Fri workdays

Total Rewards & Culture

We believe in supporting our team with a competitive and comprehensive rewards package designed for long-term success:

• A base salary commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for annual bonuses.
• Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family protected. (95% paid by company.)
• A modern, hybrid work environment (3 days in-office) at our Solana Beach headquarters, balancing face-to-face collaboration with personal flexibility.
• A results-oriented environment that offers flexible time off to ensure you can perform at your peak.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company match.

About Scientist.com

Scientist.com is the life-science industry’s premier AI-powered marketplace and procurement-orchestration platform. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Solana Beach, California, the company simplifies every stage of drug discovery and development by unifying supplier search, competitive bidding, contracting, compliance and analytics in a single, secure workspace. More than 20 of the world’s top 30 pharma companies, 100+ biotech organizations and the US National Institutes of Health rely on Scientist.com to access a vetted network of 6,000+ specialized providers, shorten cycle times and reduce costs while meeting the highest ethical and regulatory standards.

Hiring Philosophy

Scientist.com is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other status. If you’re interested in working in a fast-growing, exciting environment – we encourage you to apply!

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Happy hour
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• What city and state do you live in?
• Are you able to work in our Solana Beach office 3-4 days per week (M-F)?
• Tell us a little about you... what's an interest you have, and what's your favorite lunch?

Experience:

• financial analysis : 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person