Sr Mgr/Associate Director, FP&A

Kura Oncology•San Diego, CA

1d•$165,000 - $192,000

About The Position

Are you ready to join a team committed to making a meaningful impact on cancer treatment through the discovery and development of precision medicines? At Kura Oncology, you have an opportunity to be a part of something bigger, with a lasting impact that you can be proud of. At Kura Oncology, we are working to change the paradigm and improve the science of cancer treatment. As an organization, we strive to cultivate a diverse and talented professional culture driven to develop precision medicine therapeutics. As we continue to build a leading biotech organization with a strong culture, a patient-focused mindset and a team focused on relentless execution, we are looking for innovative, passionate professionals to join us and make our vision a reality. To succeed at Kura, you will need to have a demonstrated ability for excellence in drug discovery and development and a roll-up your sleeves attitude. The ideal candidate will possess a values-driven work style where integrity and grit drive all behaviors, decisions, and actions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Senior Manager / Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will be a key member of the FP&A team, providing operational planning, analytical insights, and strategic financial support to help Kura achieve its commercial, operational, and long-term financial objectives. This role is responsible for leading core financial planning activities with transparency and rigor, while partnering cross-functionally to provide financial leadership and decision support. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive performance and strategic outcomes. The position supports multiple functional areas and plays a critical role in the annual operating plan, monthly and quarterly forecasting, performance reporting, spend management, investment and program analysis, long-range planning, and continuous improvement of FP&A systems and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles, preferably within a biotech or pharma organization.
Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and variance analysis
Strong planning, reporting and analytical skills with demonstrated business and systems proficiency in previous roles.
Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and support business leaders with financial decision-making.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and preparing external presentations; advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with financial planning software (e.g. Adaptive Insights, Hyperion) a plus
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support and help lead the FP&A function, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and analysis of actual results versus plan.
Serve as the FP&A business partner for SG&A functions and selected R&D departments, identifying opportunities for efficiency, cost optimization, and process improvement.
Lead the preparation, analysis, and presentation of financial results, forecasts, and outlooks for supported functions on a quarterly and annual basis.
Develop a deep understanding of functional operations and resource requirements to effectively challenge assumptions, budgets, and investment requests.
Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis and business context to support operating and strategic decision-making.
Critically review and evaluate annual and multi-year budget submissions; documenting issues, communicating findings, and partnering with stakeholders to resolve concerns.
Leverage financial systems and tools to analyze and synthesize large data sets into clear, summarized insights for business partners.
Contribute to ongoing improvements in FP&A processes, reporting, and systems to enhance scalability and decision support.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Career advancement/ development opportunities
Competitive comp package
Bonus
401K + Employer contributions
Generous stock options
ESPP Plan
20 days of PTO to start
18 Holidays (Including Summer & Winter Break)
Generous Benefits Package with a variety of plans available with a substantial employer match
Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave
In-Office Catered lunches
Home Office Setup
Lifestyle Spending Stipend
Commuter Stipend (Boston Office)
Regular employee social activities, including happy hours, monthly birthday celebrations, Kura Koffee Talks, and much more!