What are the responsibilities and job description for the FP&A Analyst position at Legend Biotech?
Company Information
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Legend Biotech is seeking FP&A Analyst as part of the Finance team based in Somerset, NJ.
Role Overview
Performing in a fast-paced environment, the FP&A Analyst will be supporting our financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities. This role will involve close collaboration with Legend’s global leadership team and various General & Administrative (G&A) functions. The ideal candidate will be assisting with budgeting and forecasting, supporting month-end close activities, and preparing executive-level presentations.
Key Responsibilities
Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.
Benefits:
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Legend Biotech is seeking FP&A Analyst as part of the Finance team based in Somerset, NJ.
Role Overview
Performing in a fast-paced environment, the FP&A Analyst will be supporting our financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities. This role will involve close collaboration with Legend’s global leadership team and various General & Administrative (G&A) functions. The ideal candidate will be assisting with budgeting and forecasting, supporting month-end close activities, and preparing executive-level presentations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of financial planning activities, including annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
- Gather and analyze financial data from various sources to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Support month-end close activities with the accounting team as requested.
- Prepare and maintain monthly and quarterly actual vs. budget and forecast performance at the functional and cost center level for G&A and Global Ops functions. Work with financial analysts in China and the EU to provide a comprehensive overview of global and regional spend by function.
- Contribute to the creation of executive-level presentations, including gathering data and creating visuals to support key messages
- Identify opportunities for process improvements within financial reporting and planning activities and support the implementation of enhanced procedures.
- Aid in ensuring adherence to key controls and compliance requirements by assisting with documentation and internal audits.
- Bachelor’s Degree required; a major in Accounting or Finance preferred
- 1-3 years of progressive finance or accounting experience
- FP&A or a business partnering experience in a matrix environment
- Prior life sciences industry experience is preferred
- Knowledge of SOX financial controls on Accounting and Reporting processes is preferred
- Ability to partner and collaborate with all levels of the organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to turn financial information into insights for our business partners
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis.
- Proficient in financial software and tools, including ERP systems and advanced Excel. Experience with S4 Hana and OneStream is a plus.
- Knowledge of common business and financial drivers, financial statement analysis, and deep-dive analysis
- Experience in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and project management.
- Language: English
Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matched 401K
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
