At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. **Job Description** Gilead Sciences is looking for a Finance Manager to join the R&D Finance FP&A, Development Functions Finance team in Foster City, CA. The Development Functions Finance Team supports multiple Development Functions within R&D organization, spanning across Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, and others. This role is a hands-on individual contributor role, supporting the Development Functions Finance team. Individual will be a part of the R&D Finance Team and will directly support the Dev Functions FP&A org, which requires strong interactions with various stakeholders, including business partners and internal Finance colleagues. We seek an individual who will be responsible for day-to-day operations, month-end close, budgeting, and leading process-improvements projects. **What You Will Do:** + Provide ongoing analytical support including preparing budgets and forecasts. + Prepare monthly reporting and variance analysis. + Provide input for continuous improvement in support of forecast cycles and monthly close processes. + Perform ad-hoc business analysis and preparation of documentation in support of R&D leadership and internal finance analysis. + Responsible for month-end close activities involving functional accruals, reclasses, prepaids and other journal entries. + Responsible for monitoring key performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unplanned variances. + Collaborate with other FP&A functions to ensure alignment of information, completeness, and timeliness of submissions. + Provide financial analysis to support tactical and strategic decision making for OPEX and HC. + Streamline and centralize data collection process through SAP functionalities and tools. **The Key Competencies for This Candidate Are:** + Organized and detailed, skilled with today’s technology systems, applications, and platforms. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a team-based environment. + Strong project management skills with attention to detail. + Independent worker and self-starter who enjoys problem solving. + Strong verbal and written communications skills (e.g. presenting, meeting or workshop facilitation). + Ability to manage various tasks, priorities, and timelines and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. + Good analytical skills. **Knowledge and Experience:** + BS/BA with 6+ years / or MS/MA with 4+ years of relevant experience in FP&A. + Strong verbal, visual and written communication skills. + Strong technical skills and interest in Financial Systems and Tools (including SAP). + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. + Demonstrated problem solving and analytical abilities. + Experience in biotech, or pharmaceuticals industry a plus, but not required. The salary range for this position is: $136,340.00 - $176,440.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. **For jobs in the United States:** Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster) poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. **For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:** Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.