Encoded Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision genetic medicines to transform the lives of patients with severe neurological disorders. The company’s vector engineering platform enables potent and cell-type-selective regulation of gene expression, allowing for targeted modulation of disease-relevant genes. Encoded is advancing a pipeline of programs across genetic epilepsies and other neurological disorders with significant unmet need. With integrated discovery, development, and manufacturing capabilities, Encoded is positioned to efficiently move programs from concept through the clinic. Encoded is driven by a mission to meaningfully improve the lives of patients and families affected by devastating neurological disorders. For more information, please visit www.encoded.com.We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Director, FP&A to serve as a strategic architect of our financial roadmap. You will be the primary bridge between clinical innovation and financial sustainability. Not only will you manage the numbers but also synthesize complex data into actionable insights for the Leadership Team and Board of Directors, directly influencing the company’s overall business strategy and clinical program investments. This role is based in South San Francisco and reports to the Vice President, Finance.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Financial Planning - Lead end-to-end annual operating plan, quarterly forecasting (Latest Estimate), Long Range Plan and Scenario Planning processes. Conduct rigorous sensitivity and risk analyses to guide executive decision-making. Establish Commercial Planning process, including P&L modeling, demand planning and competitive analysis.R&D CMC Business Partnership - Act as the dedicated finance lead for R&D and Manufacturing functions. Collaborate on complex clinical study accruals and build robust modeling frameworks to track program-level performance against budgets.Corporate Dashboards & KPIs - Develop and maintain corporate dashboards to track performance against key clinical, program, and operational milestones.Infrastructure Scaling - Build out the FP&A team’s infrastructure to enable flexible forecast modeling, streamlined management reporting, cash forecasting and clinical trial study analytics and reportingCorporate Development Support - Provide financial modeling and due diligence support for M&A, licensing, and clinical investment decisionsCross-Functional Stewardship - Serve as the financial gatekeeper for contract requests via Coupa and act as the primary System Administrator for Adaptive, ensuring the integrity of our planning toolsGovernance & Compliance - Advise internal stakeholders on corporate policies and compliance to ensure proper GAAP treatment of expenses throughout the organization.RequirementsEducation - Bachelor’s Degree required, Master's degree preferred.Experience - 15+ years of progressive financial management experience, 5+ years building and managing high-performing teams.Industry Expertise - Proven experience in the Biotech/Life Science industry, specifically R&D, Clinical Trial, and Commercial Planning.Systems and Tools - Proficiency with NetSuite, Coupa and Adaptive required.Communication - Strong verbal and written communication skills with previous experience supporting BoD level audiences.Leadership - Strong ability to lead through change and communicate complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.For candidates based in the SFB area, the salary range for this position is: $250,000 to $290,000.BenefitsComprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributionsMeaningful stock option grantsPTO, sick time, and holiday payGenerous Parental Leave programPre-tax medical and dependent care programsSTD, LTD, Life and AD&DProfessional development opportunitiesTeam-building eventsFully stocked kitchenFitness center at our SF officeEmployees (and their families) may obtain medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance benefits through the company and enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also accrue vacation time off and paid sick time off and may become eligible for paid parental leave. Employees will also enjoy designated paid holidays throughout the calendar year.Encoded is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Encoded is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Encoded are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, gender, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location in which we operate. Encoded will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Encoded encourages applicants of all ages.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 650-491-0272.#LI-GK
Encoded Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision genetic medicines to transform the lives of patients with severe neurological disorders. The company’s vector engineering platform enables potent and cell-type-selective regulation of gene expression, allowing for targeted modulation of disease-relevant genes. Encoded is advancing a pipeline of programs across genetic epilepsies and other neurological disorders with significant unmet need. With integrated discovery, development, and manufacturing capabilities, Encoded is positioned to efficiently move programs from concept through the clinic. Encoded is driven by a mission to meaningfully improve the lives of patients and families affected by devastating neurological disorders. For more information, please visit www.encoded.com.
We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Director, FP&A to serve as a strategic architect of our financial roadmap. You will be the primary bridge between clinical innovation and financial sustainability. Not only will you manage the numbers but also synthesize complex data into actionable insights for the Leadership Team and Board of Directors, directly influencing the company’s overall business strategy and clinical program investments.
This role is based in South San Francisco and reports to the Vice President, Finance.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Planning - Lead end-to-end annual operating plan, quarterly forecasting (Latest Estimate), Long Range Plan and Scenario Planning processes. Conduct rigorous sensitivity and risk analyses to guide executive decision-making. Establish Commercial Planning process, including P&L modeling, demand planning and competitive analysis.
- R&D CMC Business Partnership - Act as the dedicated finance lead for R&D and Manufacturing functions. Collaborate on complex clinical study accruals and build robust modeling frameworks to track program-level performance against budgets.
- Corporate Dashboards & KPIs - Develop and maintain corporate dashboards to track performance against key clinical, program, and operational milestones.
- Infrastructure Scaling - Build out the FP&A team’s infrastructure to enable flexible forecast modeling, streamlined management reporting, cash forecasting and clinical trial study analytics and reporting
- Corporate Development Support - Provide financial modeling and due diligence support for M&A, licensing, and clinical investment decisions
- Cross-Functional Stewardship - Serve as the financial gatekeeper for contract requests via Coupa and act as the primary System Administrator for Adaptive, ensuring the integrity of our planning tools
- Governance & Compliance - Advise internal stakeholders on corporate policies and compliance to ensure proper GAAP treatment of expenses throughout the organization.
Requirements
- Education - Bachelor’s Degree required, Master's degree preferred.
- Experience - 15+ years of progressive financial management experience, 5+ years building and managing high-performing teams.
- Industry Expertise - Proven experience in the Biotech/Life Science industry, specifically R&D, Clinical Trial, and Commercial Planning.
- Systems and Tools - Proficiency with NetSuite, Coupa and Adaptive required.
- Communication - Strong verbal and written communication skills with previous experience supporting BoD level audiences.
- Leadership - Strong ability to lead through change and communicate complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.
For candidates based in the SFB area, the salary range for this position is: $250,000 to $290,000.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributions
- Meaningful stock option grants
- PTO, sick time, and holiday pay
- Generous Parental Leave program
- Pre-tax medical and dependent care programs
- STD, LTD, Life and AD&D
- Professional development opportunities
- Team-building events
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Fitness center at our SF office
Employees (and their families) may obtain medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance benefits through the company and enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also accrue vacation time off and paid sick time off and may become eligible for paid parental leave. Employees will also enjoy designated paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Encoded is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Encoded is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Encoded are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, gender, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location in which we operate. Encoded will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Encoded encourages applicants of all ages.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 650-491-0272.
#LI-GK
About Us Encoded Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company advancing precision medicines for a broad range of genetic disorders. Our mission is to unlock new opportunities for viral gene therapy through genomics-driven discovery. We focus on delivering life-changing advances for individuals with genetic disorders not addressable with current approaches. For more information, please visit www.Encoded.com.Work With UsAt Encoded, we welcome the opportunity to partner with industry collaborators and academic researchers who share our goal of bringing life-changing precision medicines to individuals with genetic disorders. For more information on partnering, please email us.Interested in becoming part of the Encoded team? We are looking for creative, passionate, and collaborative individuals to join us in our mission to transform the treatment paradigm for severe genetic disorders. Our TeamEncoded is dedicated to changing the treatment paradigm for individuals with genetic disorders. We foster a culture in which scientific rigor and teamwork are harnessed to redefine what’s possible in gene therapy.
About Us
Encoded Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company advancing precision medicines for a broad range of genetic disorders. Our mission is to unlock new opportunities for viral gene therapy through genomics-driven discovery. We focus on delivering life-changing advances for individuals with genetic disorders not addressable with current approaches. For more information, please visit www.Encoded.com.
Work With Us
At Encoded, we welcome the opportunity to partner with industry collaborators and academic researchers who share our goal of bringing life-changing precision medicines to individuals with genetic disorders. For more information on partnering, please email us.
Interested in becoming part of the Encoded team? We are looking for creative, passionate, and collaborative individuals to join us in our mission to transform the treatment paradigm for severe genetic disorders.
Our Team
Encoded is dedicated to changing the treatment paradigm for individuals with genetic disorders. We foster a culture in which scientific rigor and teamwork are harnessed to redefine what’s possible in gene therapy.
