Senior FP&A Manager

Our Mission

Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life.

For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com.

Our Value

Our Single Altos Value: Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission.

Diversity At Altos

We believe that diverse perspectives are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment.

What You Will Contribute To Altos

As a key member of the Finance Team, you will be a hands-on and strategic business partner to our R&D and G&A organizations, including the Institutes of Science, Computation, Technology, & Medicine. You will provide financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic insights as we evolve into a clinical-stage organization.

This is a high-impact, executive-facing role that requires a proactive and highly skilled finance professional. We are seeking a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, enjoys bringing structure to ambiguity, and has a strong ownership mindset. You will report to the Global Head of FP&A and be a key part of our high impact finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Business Partner: Serve as a trusted financial advisor for business leadership by providing insightful financial analyses and decision support. You will take the lead in optimizing our use of cash and driving financial accountability.
• Strategic Planning: Partner with cross-functional leaders to coordinate and develop the annual budget and long-range plans for OPEX, capital spend, and headcount.
• Forecasting & Modeling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support clinical trial planning, as well as new strategic projects and investments.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead month-end close processes, including detailed variance analysis and timely, accurate management reporting.
• Process Improvement: Proactively support and enhance processes, structures, and systems for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. You will collaborate closely with colleagues in Accounting and Procurement to drive continuous improvement.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• 7-10+ years of relevant experience in corporate finance, with significant experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or consulting environment.
• Proven experience in business partnering, building strong relationships with non-finance leaders and providing decision support.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and with minimal guidance, exercising extreme ownership for projects and results.
• Experience with clinical trial planning and forecasting is highly preferred.
• Experience in valuation for strategic projects or business development is a plus.
• Superior proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is a must. You must be comfortable with complex financial models and large datasets.
• A strong grasp of forecasting methods and techniques, and developing financial reports.
• Sound understanding of Finance and Accounting Principles.
• Experience with Financial Systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, NetSuite) is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical financial information clearly and concisely to a non-technical audience.
• Detail-oriented yet able to maintain an "80/20" mindset, prioritizing what's most impactful.
• A proactive mindset and sense of urgency; you identify challenges and take the initiative to solve them without being asked.
• Willingness to contribute beyond the defined role to meet organizational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA in Finance/Accounting.

The salary range for Redwood City, CA:

• Senior Manager, Finance: $221,850 - $300,150

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

We value collaboration and scientific excellence.

We believe that diverse perspectives and a culture of belonging are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos Labs, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment.

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