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Senior Analyst, Financial PlanningPacific Biosciences • Menlo Park, California, USA
Senior Analyst, Financial Planning

Senior Analyst, Financial Planning

Pacific Biosciences • Menlo Park, California, USA
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Senior Financial Analyst

About PacBio

Pacific Biosciences (PacBio) (NASDAQ : PACB) is a leading life science technology company that designs develops and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health and advance scientific discovery. Were entering the century of biologyand PacBios technologies are at the center of the next revolution in genomics. Join a world-class team that values innovation collaboration and purpose.

Position Summary

PacBio is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance organization. Reporting to the Director Finance this role will serve as a key business partner to G&A and Marketing leadership driving accuracy and insight in financial forecasting budgeting and operating expense management. This high-visibility role also supports monthly close and management reporting with the opportunity to expand into other functional areas as the company continues to grow. The ideal candidate is analytical detail-oriented and thrives in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operating Expense Forecasting & Budgeting

  • Lead monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes for G&A and Marketing functions.
  • Partner with department heads to understand spending trends headcount plans and key initiatives.
  • Build and maintain detailed OPEX models ensuring data integrity and alignment with corporate targets.
  • Identify and communicate key risks opportunities and drivers impacting expense performance.
  • Continuously improve forecasting tools templates and planning processes to increase accuracy and efficiency.

Actuals Review & Month-End Close

  • Review actual results versus forecast and budget providing clear explanations of variances and actionable recommendations.
  • Partner with Accounting to support the monthly close process including preparation and review of accrual journal entries and reclass adjustments.
  • Prepare and post monthly accruals for operating expenses ensuring proper expense recognition and cost center accuracy.
  • Perform headcount and departmental expense reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Ensure financial data integrity across systems and support internal audit and compliance requirements.
  • Corporate Management Reporting

  • Support corporate management reporting integrating functional forecasts and results into company-wide reporting.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports highlighting financial trends variances and strategic insights.
  • Assist in preparation of materials for executive reviews Board reporting and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
  • Partner with the Director Finance to streamline reporting packages and enhance visibility into functional spend.
  • Strategic Analysis & Process Improvement

  • Provide ad hoc analysis and modeling to support decision-making on cost optimization investments and headcount planning.
  • Contribute to FP&A team initiatives focused on automation scalability and process improvement.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field (MBA CPA or CMA preferred).
  • 5 years of progressive FP&A or accounting experience in a corporate environmentlife sciences biotech or technology preferred.
  • Strong understanding of operating expense management forecasting and month-end close processes.
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; proficiency in SAP and planning tools such as Adaptive Insights or Anaplan a plus.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Why Join PacBio

  • Influence strategic decision-making across G&A and Marketing functions.
  • Gain broad exposure to corporate consolidations and financial reporting.
  • Be part of a collaborative mission-driven culture driving innovation in genomics.
  • Competitive compensation equity participation and comprehensive benefits.
  • Hybrid work schedule : onsite MondayThursday remote Friday.
  • Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without the need for present or future sponsorship.

    Non-Field Based Employees are required to be onsite Monday-Thursday (Friday work from home). Depending on the role some employees may be required to be 100% onsite.

    You may be required from time to time to visit and work at PacBio locations and for such times as the Company considers necessary for the proper performance of your duties.

    All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability gender identity and sexual orientation.

    #LI-Onsite

    Salary Range :

    $112000.00 - $168000.00

    To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at PacBio. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles applications or resumes and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. PacBio does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias PacBio employees or any other company location. PacBio is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes / applications.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability gender identity and sexual orientation.

    If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact us at or for assistance.

    Visit our following pages for more information on :

    FAQs

    Benefits

    Culture

    Equal Opportunity Employment

    Required Experience :

    Senior IC

    Key Skills

    Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Financial Concepts,Pivot tables,Accounting,Analysis Skills,Microsoft Excel,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Planning

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 112000 - 168000

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