Senior manager financial planning

Description:

About iBio

iBio, Inc. is a preclinical stage biotechnology company leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) for the development of hard-to-drug precision antibodies in the cardiometabolic and obesity space. Our core mission is to harness the potential of AI and machine learning to unveil novel biologics which other scientists have been unable to develop. Through our innovative AI Drug Discovery Platform, we have been able to identify differentiated molecules aimed to address unmet needs by current glucagon-like peptide-1 (“GLP-1”) receptor agonists. For more information, visit or follow us on LinkedIn.

The Opportunity

As our Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”), you’ll be the strategic partner guiding iBio’s financial future. You’ll influence key business decisions, drive financial transparency, and ensure every project is set up for success. Your insights will directly impact our ability to innovate, grow, and deliver life-saving therapies.

Location & Work Arrangement:

• East Coast candidates: This role is fully remote, aligned with the Eastern Time Zone to collaborate seamlessly with our Finance and Accounting team.
• San Diego, CA candidates: This role is fully onsite at our San Diego office.

What You’ll Do:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes in alignment with iBio’s strategic goals.
• Oversee FP&A activities, ensuring accurate, transparent, and actionable financial insights.
• Partner with the CFO to strengthen FP&A processes, driving scalable, data-driven decision-making.
• Assist with project budgets, forecasts, and quarterly analyses.

Management Reporting & Analysis

• Manage monthly management reporting, including variance analysis and key performance metrics.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities.

Cash Flow & Procurement Management

• Lead cash flow analysis, maintaining the 13-week cash model to optimize liquidity.
• Oversee purchasing, approvals, PR/PO requests, and vendor communications to ensure efficient procurement.

Project & Client Oversight

• Monitor project performance, budgets, timelines, and contractual compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams and clients to maintain strong relationships and successful outcomes.
• Create and manage clinical trial financial models to support R&D initiatives.

Strategic Support & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and present actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic decisions, special projects, and new business evaluations.
• Partner with department heads to align financial management with operational strategies .

Finance Systems & Administration

• Administer and manage the Adaptive Planning finance system, ensuring seamless functionality and reporting.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting, or a related degree preferred.
• MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, with a strong focus on Research & Development (experience in molecule development is required .
• Proven expertise in the Biotechnology and/or Pharmaceutical industry is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in administering and/or managing the Adaptive Planning finance system is required .
• Solid experience in budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial analysis.
• Exceptional ability to interpret and communicate financial information and commercial drivers with transparency, provide insights to deliver business improvement and to optimize and protect value.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate through complex issues, interpret and transform financial data into recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience in NetSuite is highly desirable but not mandatory.

Characteristics of Successful Applicant

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial statement analysis, and management reporting.
• Expert financial modeling and analytical skills to support data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software applications.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset.
• Experience in customer facing interactions is required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives.
• Partner with other members of the Finance department to maintain a continuous improvement mindset and promote strong communication, sharing of best practices, and efficient processes.

At iBio, your expertise will shape the future of biologics, with opportunities to drive innovation, collaborate with top scientists, and make a real-world impact.

Bring your expertise. Lead with vision. Drive discoveries that change lives.

Base Salary Range

The expected annual base salary for this position ranges from $119,540.00 to $158,460.00, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The base salary range reflects the target range for this position, but individual pay will be determined by various factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, job-related skills, relevant education attained, work location, and organizational needs. This range may be modified in the future. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected classes.

What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Flexible Time Off
• Our Company observes seven designated holidays each calendar year.
• 401(k) with Company Match as described in plan documents.
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

EEO Statement

iBio is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

iBio is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at iBio, please email [email protected] for further assistance. Please note that this email address is intended only to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Notice to Recruiters

Thank you for your interest in iBio and our recruitment opportunities. Recruiting and employment are managed through the Human Resources Department. iBio requires a signed agreement to be in place prior to the presentation of any candidates. We ask that recruiters and agencies do not contact or solicit employees or managers in an attempt to present candidates. iBio will not be obligated or responsible for any requested fees to candidate resumes that are unsolicited and/or submitted to hiring managers without a written agreement between iBio and any recruiters and agencies.