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Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

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Description

Ardelyx is a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines that address unmet medical needs. The company has two products approved in the US: IBSRELA (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH (tenapanor). Ardelyx partners with companies like Kyowa Kirin, Fosun Pharma, and Knight Therapeutics for development and commercialization outside the US.

Position Summary

The Director of FP&A will lead the Finance team, partnering with R&D and G&A departments, supporting corporate planning, and process improvements. The role requires collaboration with senior leaders and is ideally based in Waltham, MA, working remotely with team members across the US. Reports to the SVP of FP&A.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and strategic support to R&D and G&A teams
• Develop and present financial results and analysis to various audiences
• Create financial plans and forecasts for operating expenses
• Manage departmental spending and forecasts
• Facilitate budgeting and forecasting processes
• Coordinate with accounting on month-end, quarter-end, and external reporting
• Analyze corporate results, trends, and variances
• Improve processes, systems, and data visualization for FP&A
• Support strategic initiatives like business development and financing strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; MBA/CPA preferred; 9-12 years of experience
• Experience in pharma/biotech or consulting preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and independent working skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP, Planning/Reporting, BI tools
• Experience with finance process improvements, financial modeling, AI tools a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of accounting processes

The annual base pay range is $189,000-$231,000, with potential bonuses and equity. Ardelyx offers comprehensive benefits including 401(k), parental leave, health plans, and more.

Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

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