Director of Finance

Director of Finance

The Director of Finance will serve as the financial leader for the  West Coast Business Units and Departments which include but are not limited to: Industrial Products(San Carlos, CA), Protein Production Division(Foster City, Ca), and Cellular Engineering (San Diego, CA) and will report directly to the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.  This is a strategic role; incorporating business strategy with deft acumen of business needs and guidance.  This position will work in tandem with the Division President to develop and execute the financial and operational plans of the Divisions.  This role may assist in day-to-day management of other general and administrative responsibilities as needed; however, the role will primarily focus on the allocation and utilization of financial resources for the purpose of value creation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of all monthly budgeting and financial reporting systems and processes for the Division which enable the execution of Divisional goals
• Critically analyze costs incurred and revise cashflow and P&L models to reflect actual resource utilization; continuously evaluate whether resources are being allocated and utilized to the greatest value creation opportunities
• Assume responsibility for all financial reporting requirements with Third Parties as contractually required for all Divisional collaborative partnerships
• Provide control and authorization concerning all purchases made for the Division, including preliminary vendor sourcing, vendor negotiations and continual vendor oversight
• Ensure Divisional compliance with Corporate financial processes
• Work in tandem with the Division head to monitor progress toward meeting Divisional goals/objectives
• Ensure that Divisional employees have the appropriate resources, are held accountable for successfully meeting deadlines/budget requirements and take corrective action where appropriate
• Perform financial modeling and projections, including cost-benefit analysis, ROI, etc. to support make/buy decisions within the Division
• Serve as a financial partner to Division management and Legal when negotiating contracts where substantial payments are required and lead any purchasing negotiations
• Prepare and present financial data to the Division and Corporate management as required for presentations, Board meetings, etc.
• Liaise with other Divisions effectively and efficiently to ensure quick and accurate resolutions to financial concerns
• May work with Business Development and portfolio leaders to ensure that product and market forecasts are indicative  of the latest market research and competitive business intelligence
• Work in tandem with the executive team with regards to mergers and acquisition activities involving West Coast Units and Operations

 
Job Requirements

Education: 

• Undergraduate degree in Finance/Accounting or related discipline required; MBA strongly preferred

Experience:

• 8 years relevant accounting or finance experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a biotechnology field;
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Knowledge and experience in project management and a thorough understanding of project management processes and discipline
• Significant financial budgeting and forecast modeling experience required
• Experience with due diligence and M&A activities preferred

Other Minimum Qualifications:

• Exceptional planning, organization and execution skills
• Ability and willingness to prioritize and realign priorities when situations change
• Demonstrates commitment, competency in subject matter and a positive attitude
• Excellent analytical ability to support and develop financial scenarios consistent with business models
• Anticipates and proactively delivers based upon the needs of Divisional and Corporate functions
• Demonstrates the highest ethical standards, trustworthiness and confidentiality
• Demonstrates exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy with specific attention to details
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

About Intrexon

Intrexon Corporation is a privately held synthetic biology company that employs modular DNA control systems to enhance capabilities, improve safety and lower cost in human therapeutics, protein production, industrial products, and agricultural biotechnology. The company’s advanced transgene engineering platform enables Better DNA™ by combining breakthroughs in DNA control systems with corresponding advancements in modular transgene design, assembly, and optimization. The company is currently using these advanced capabilities to undertake foremost challenges across the spectrum for biological applications. More information about the company is available a .