Director, FP&A, Clinical

About BridgeBio

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 20+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.

Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aim to translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines. We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country. We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland, and are expanding across Europe.

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://bridgebio.com

Who You Are

Reporting to the Executive Director of Portfolio FP&A, the Director – Clinical FP&A will play a critical role in shaping the company's clinical strategy, driving financial planning through insightful analysis, and supporting decision-making processes across the clinical portfolio. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the Portfolio FP&A team and of BridgeBio.

Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning: 
  • Lead the development and management of comprehensive financial models for clinical development programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
  • Provide financial insights to inform clinical development strategy, resource allocation, and prioritization of projects
  • Collaborate across the Clinical organization to define key financial drivers, timelines, and milestones for clinical trials
  • Develop a suite of metrics and analytics to enable swift scenario analysis and strategic decision support 
• Budgeting & Forecasting: 
  • Regularly update forecasts to reflect the evolving needs of clinical trials and adjust projections based on actual performance, risk, and opportunity assessments while ensuring all functions are leveraging a “single source of truth” 
  • Provide key input to NPV and ROI analysis for program decisions and stage gates 
  • Serve as a key member of the team implementing a new clinical trial forecasting & accrual tool for the company 
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: 
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis of clinical development costs, evaluating variances and ensuring that financial performance aligns with business objectives
  • Provide insightful and actionable financial reports to senior leadership, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities within the clinical development portfolio
  • Present financial recommendations to senior management based on data-driven analysis
  • Develop models and gather data to streamline our “storytelling” and to create internal benchmarks 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: 
  • Serve as the subject matter expert across the clinical organization and provide data-backed guidance and strategic decision support 
  • Work closely with stakeholders across the Clinical organization, accounting, outsourcing, and others to integrate financial considerations into clinical trial design and execution and ensure transparency into spend
  • Support cross-functional teams in identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving efficiencies, and optimizing the financial performance of clinical programs
• Process Improvement: 
  • Continuously evaluate and improve the financial planning, accrual, and reporting processes and tools, and systems related to clinical development
  • Implement best practices in financial modeling, reporting, and budget management to streamline workflows and enhance data accuracy and transparency
• Risk Management & Compliance: 
  • Assess and manage financial risks associated with clinical trials, ensuring proper mitigation strategies are in place, including providing key oversight to the accrual process for certain vendors
  • Ensure that financial activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
• Team Leadership and Development 
  • Come forward as a leader on the team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Provide leadership and guidance to team members, empowering them to drive impactful results and achieve their professional development goals

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on corporate finance and strategic planning
• Extensive experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with a deep understanding of industry dynamics and financial drivers as well as all stages of clinical development
• Strong financial modeling skills and proficiency in forecasting techniques, scenario analysis, and valuation methodologies
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with a track record of effectively leading and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear and actionable insights
• Strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach, coupled with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• This position is based at our corporate headquarters in San Francisco, with occasional travel as needed

What We Offer

• Patient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our efforts
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak
• An unyielding commitment to always putting patients first. Learn more about how we do this here
• A de-centralized model that enables our program teams to focus on advancing science and helping patients. Our affiliate structure is designed to eliminate bureaucracy and put decision-making power in the hands of those closest to the science
• A place where you own the vision – both for your program and your own career path
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our game
• Access to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your life
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs)
• Flexible PTO
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers
• Potential ability to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs across multiple therapeutic areas over time 
• Partnerships with leading institutions
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion