Senior Financial Analyst Corporate Finance (M&A and BD)

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Financial Analyst - BD and M&A will be responsible for the execution of financial analysis to support the executive leadership team on critical business decisions. This role will perform duties to support corporate development, business development, strategic planning, life cycle management and general corporate finance activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Corporate and Business Development
Prepare company/asset valuation analyses on potential licensing and M&A transactions
Build merger consequences models to evaluate potential acquisitions
Evaluate in-licensing opportunities from a financial/business perspective
Test sensitivity of deal economics to variances in key assumptions, including synergies
Contribute to preparation and presentation of deal summaries and recommendations to senior management
Lifecyle Management and Strategic Planning
Build and update long-range planning models and assist in preparation of BoD presentations
Perform discounted cash flow analyses to support lifecycle management of pipeline assets
Perform company-level and project-level valuation analysis
Perform specific value-added analyses, e.g., resource allocation, profitability analysis, sensitivity/scenario analyses, benchmarking
Evaluate and compare the financial benefits of life cycle management initiatives/alternatives
Build analysis to support business partner recommendations on investment/divestment decisions to executive management and Board of Directors
Build and maintain effective relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to support collaboration, alignment, and successful execution of business priorities
Corporate Finance
Develop and standardize financial analysis models employing best-in-class financial analysis techniques, including scenario modelling
Assist in development of cost-effective strategies for financing the company's business initiatives and optimizing the company's capital structure
Performs comparable company analysis on biotechnology peers in a broad number of areas including financings, capital structure, deal-making, share performance, etc.
Create company profiles on biotech and pharma peers
Maintain corporate weighted average cost of capital (WACC) calculation
Proactively monitors industry news, trends, and market dynamics
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
BS/BA degree in related discipline and 5 years of related experience; or
MBA degree in related discipline and 3 year of related experience; or,
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience
Experience in investment banking/management consulting preferred
Experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry preferred
Experience working with cross-functional teams is a plus
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
Strong expertise in financial modeling and financial statement analysis (GAAP and non-GAAP)
Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, FactSet (or comparable financial analytics tools e.g., Bloomberg, Capital IQ)
Advanced Excel modelling
Expertise in evaluating and modeling various funding arrangements (e.g., revolver, term loans, equity issuances, etc.)
Strong analytical, strategic, problem solving and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
Knowledgeable about the biotech / pharma industry
Adaptability to evolving business needs, priorities, and approaches
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Demonstrated understanding of operational drivers of the financial analyses
Ability to translate financial analyses into clear business implications and communicate them effectively to cross-functional teams and leadership
Ability to navigate ambiguity and perform analyses in situations with incomplete information and evolving assumptions
Travel Requirements
0% This position does not require travel.
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Location: Alameda, CA

Range for this position: $131,000 - $166,000

The base pay offered will take into account job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.
In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.
Exelixis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless undue hardship and/or a direct threat to the health and/or safety of the individual or others would result.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: ApplicantAccommodations@exelixis.com.
Exelixis is an E-Verify employer.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Skills
Corporate Finance, Excel, Business Development, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Investment Banking