Senior Financial Analyst

Veracyte • San Diego, CA

4d • $112,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team and play a critical role in driving financial insights that support strategic decision-making across Veracyte. Reporting to the Associate Director, FP&A, this position will own and lead forecasting, budgeting, and strategic analysis for key business areas, partnering with business leaders to drive informed decision‑making to ensure we meet our financial goals while living our values of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and seeks to establish structure in ambiguity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or related finance role, with demonstrated progression in responsibility and scope.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively to identify issues, gather relevant data points, and recommend solutions.
• Strong team player; able to integrate and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and matrixed environment.
• Demonstrates Veracyte values in action: Stronger Together – Collaborates effectively across teams; Seek a Better Way – Identifies innovative solutions for financial processes; Care Deeply – Ensures accuracy and integrity in financial reporting; Make It Happen – Delivers results under tight deadlines with resilience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in biotech, life sciences, or high-growth technology companies.
• CPA, CFA, and/or MBA a plus, but not required.
• Preferred experience with NetSuite or NSPB (NetSuite Planning and Budgeting).
• Knowledge of GAAP and corporate finance principles.
• Embodies our values at scale: Raises the bar for financial excellence (Seek a Better Way); Builds trust through transparency and collaboration (Stronger Together).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis with finance for R&D and other business areas, demonstrating flexibility and interest in broader responsibilities.
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for assigned business units, including assumptions, risk assessment, and variance explanations.
• Prepare, analyze, and interpret monthly financial reports, including variance analysis and key performance metrics.
• Serve as a trusted finance partner to functional leaders, challenging assumptions and influencing strategic decisions through data‑driven insights.
• Develop enhance, and own complex financial models to support scenario planning and long-term growth strategies.
• Assist in preparing presentations for executive leadership and board meetings.
• Identify prioritize, and drive implementation of process improvements and automation within FP&A workflows.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies while managing sensitive financial data responsibly.
• Partner closely with Accounting to ensure accurate close, alignment between actuals and forecasts, and continuous improvement of reporting and controls.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees