Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis
Company: Leap Therapeutics
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Summary: Leap Therapeutics (Nasdaq: LPTX) is focused on
developing targeted and immuno-oncology therapeutics. Leap's most
advanced clinical candidate, DKN-01, is a humanized monoclonal
antibody targeting the Dickkopf-1 (DKK1) protein. DKN-01 is in
clinical trials in patients with esophagogastric, hepatobiliary,
gynecologic, and prostate cancers. Leap has entered into a
strategic partnership with BeiGene, Ltd. for the rights to develop
DKN-01 in Asia (excluding Japan), Australia, and New Zealand. Leap
has a strong financial position and in September 2021 closed a
public offering with gross proceeds to Leap of approximately $104
million. Leap is based in Cambridge, MA. For more information about
Leap Therapeutics, visit http://www.leaptx.com. General
Responsibilities:Leap Therapeutics is seeking a self-motivated
individual to join our team in the role of Associate Director,
Financial Planning and Analysis. Reporting to the Senior Director
of Business Development and Finance, this position will lead
financial analysis within the organization, supporting all
departments including the Clinical Operations, CMC, and Research
groups. This individual will be responsible for reporting on
financial results, coordinating and preparing strategic plans,
budgets and forecasts, assisting the Accounting department in
closing the books, and overseeing spending against numerous
external contracts. They will also prepare and give presentations
to senior management level personnel at various times. Unique
opportunity to work with senior members of the management team on
important activities such as investor relations, business
development, as well as fundraising efforts. Exposure to external
parties such as bankers, strategic partners, vendors, etc. Key
Responsibilities Include:--- Responsible for the coordination and
development of financial strategic plans, budgets and forecasts for
various departments. Presents financial plans and budget-to-actuals
variance analysis to senior management.--- Accurately prepares the
monthly expense accrual for patient clinical trial costs and
associated charges, which is subject to auditor review each
quarter.--- Improves departmental financial performance by
analyzing results; monitoring variances; identifying trends;
recommending actions to management.--- Recommends actions by
analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses.---
Works with various project teams to quickly understand any changes
in plans and the impact they will have on the financial
forecasts/budgets for each project.--- Maintains processes and
procedures in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements as
errors in the accounting responsibilities can lead to weakness
findings in internal controls.Education / Experience / Skills:The
ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple projects and
timelines simultaneously, work across multiple departments in a
matrix environment, and keep financial information confidential.---
A Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, (MBA a plus); 5-7 years
financial analysis with a minimum of 3 years of experience in the
life sciences industry (prior clinical finance experience
preferred)--- Proven financial analysis and reporting background.
Strong excel modelling ability.--- Highly organized and
detail-oriented, flexible, hands-on, proactive and self-motivating
in a collaborative team-based environment--- Ability to work
independently with minimal supervision on individual assignments,
with the ability to prioritize activities efficiently--- Ability to
provide direction with cross-functional program teams in a matrix
environment, collaborate with a wide variety of internal customers
and relate effectively to people at all levels of the
organization--- Ability to manage change successfully and identify
process improvements--- Excellent leadership, communication (both
written and verbal), and influencing skills--- Proven commitment to
accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality--- Advanced computer
skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and past experience with
Sage Intact a plusLeap is an equal opportunity employer and extends
equal opportunity to all individuals, without regard to race,
color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender
(including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related
conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender
status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age,
disability, genetic disposition, caregiver status, reproductive
health decisions, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual
violence or stalking, credit history, criminal history, service in
the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We are committed to
creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an
opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the
business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique
perspectives.
Keywords: Leap Therapeutics, Cambridge , Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, Auditing , Cambridge, Massachusetts
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