Senior Financial Analyst

Cristcot

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to join the Cristcot team and support the FP&A function across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Primary Relationships: Within Cristcot: The Senior Financial Analyst will collaborate with department leaders and cross-functional teams. Outside Cristcot: The Senior Financial Analyst will engage with external vendors. Primary Job Responsibilities: As a Senior Financial Analyst at Cristcot, you will play a critical role in driving financial performance and strategic decision-making through financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, expense management, and scenario planning. The activities of the Senior Financial Analyst will include, but are not limited to: Financial Reporting: Generate financial reports and dashboards to analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to provide insights into business performance Prepare comprehensive financial reports, highlighting key financial insights and trends Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for executive leadership and board meetings Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data for reporting purposes Assist in the implementation of FP&A software tools Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development, maintenance, and management of annual budgets, working closely with department leaders to establish financial goals and targets Prepare scenario planning for 3 statement financial models Contribute to the forecasting process by providing accurate and timely financial projections Variance Analysis: Conduct detailed expense and headcount variance analysis to assess budget versus actual performance Prepare presentations outlining and explaining reasonings for variances Expense Management: Monitor and analyze expenses, identifying opportunities for cost control and efficiency - improvements Support department leaders in managing budgets and achieving financial targets Financial Modeling: Own and update financial models and ROI analysis to support decision-making Assist in evaluating the financial impact of strategic initiatives and business strategies Ad Hoc Analysis: Own special projects and ad hoc analysis as directed by senior management Provide financial support for strategic initiatives and operational improvements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
5+ years of experience in FP&A or a similar role within biotech, pharma, or life sciences
Adept in financial modeling, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis applications
Strong understanding of financial statements, reporting, and variance analysis
Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and headcount analysis
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and convey financial information to diverse stakeholders
Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel to Austin, TX once a quarter as needed

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Generate financial reports and dashboards to analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to provide insights into business performance
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, highlighting key financial insights and trends
Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for executive leadership and board meetings
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data for reporting purposes
Assist in the implementation of FP&A software tools
Assist in the development, maintenance, and management of annual budgets, working closely with department leaders to establish financial goals and targets
Prepare scenario planning for 3 statement financial models
Contribute to the forecasting process by providing accurate and timely financial projections
Conduct detailed expense and headcount variance analysis to assess budget versus actual performance
Prepare presentations outlining and explaining reasonings for variances
Monitor and analyze expenses, identifying opportunities for cost control and efficiency - improvements
Support department leaders in managing budgets and achieving financial targets
Own and update financial models and ROI analysis to support decision-making
Assist in evaluating the financial impact of strategic initiatives and business strategies
Own special projects and ad hoc analysis as directed by senior management
Provide financial support for strategic initiatives and operational improvements