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Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs.  With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees. 

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive. 

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

FINANCIAL ANALYST II - FP&A

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our Finance department that will contribute to the success of Ionis. The Financial Analyst II, FP&A will have responsibilities within our Corporate FP&A function and report to the Executive Director, Finance.  This position requires effective interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and the ability to build positive cross-functional business relationships.  This position offers the opportunity to be in a “hands on” role within the finance team and contribute by providing key strategic financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting expertise, while at the same time serving as a liaison to and becoming knowledgeable of the operations of the functional groups being supported. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modeling capabilities, a strong systems orientation and the ability to perform responsibilities within tight schedules.  This person must be a proactive self-starter who is capable of handling multiple tasks, must possess excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills and can exercise sound judgment. There is an expectation that the successful candidate will be onsite in Carlsbad, CA for a minimum of three days per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Financial and analytical support to the Enabling (G&A) Functions through financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Proactively providing recommendations, supported by strong financial analysis and models to help identify opportunities in strategic decision making, operational efficiency and productivity
• Coordinate with various levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare operating budgets and financial forecasts
• Support month-end close with specific focus on identifying and analyzing variances
• Conduct special studies to analyze complex financial issues and prepare recommendations to inform senior management
• Interpret and apply corporate financial policies and accounting theory
• Perform special projects as required
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business. MBA and/or CMA/CPA preferred
• At least 2 years relevant experience, ideally including support of Enabling Functions showing continued role development and increased responsibility
• Life Sciences industry experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Excellent computer skills are essential, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task are essential
• Detail oriented, organized, analytical, dependable, and flexible
• Goal orientated and self-motivated
• Shows good initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work constructively within a team environment and with all levels of management
• Strong communication skills: ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner
• Comfortable in an interrogative environment; embraces collaboration and open debate to manage projects, solve problems and discuss challenging issues
• Able to work efficiently and productively in an intense work environment

Please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition # IONIS003781

Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details: Ionis Benefits

Full Benefits Link: https://www.ionis.com/careers/working-at-ionis/#:~:text=our%20employee%20spotlight-,Benefits,-Employees%20are%20rewarded

The pay scale for this position is $68,449 to $92,709

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