Scholar Rock
biopharmaceutical
Director,FinancialPlanning&Analysis
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“Director, Financial Planning & Analysis at Scholar Rock. Skills: Financial planning, Financial analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting. Serve as finance partner. Support FP&A activities”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver against financial objectives; Drive value creation
Industry & Context.
Critical thinking
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years progressive finance experience, Bachelor's degree, pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment experience, Excellent presentation skills, Advanced Excel skills, Knowledge of fundamental accounting principles, Organizational skills, Critical thinking skills, Ability to manage multiple projects
Nice to Have
Advanced degree in finance, Advanced degree in business, Experience supporting G&A functions, Experience in a cross-functional environment, Experience with Adaptive Insights, Experience with SAP
What You'll Do.
Serve as finance partner
Support FP&A activities
Coordinate with accounting
Prepare monthly budget-to-actual analyses
Drive accountability for spending
Strive for continuous improvement
Develop and deliver training programs
Support ad hoc strategic initiatives
Leverage technology for efficiencies
Assist with developing Board materials
Assist with developing Executive materials
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders; Business reviews with functional heads; Support change management efforts
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Deliver information effectively; Distill financial information; Actionable message
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects
Full Job Description
## Description Scholar Rock is a late-stage global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing apitegromab for children and adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and other rare, severe, and debilitating neuromuscular diseases. As a global leader in myostatin biology, a field focused on proteins that regulate muscle mass, the Company is named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures. Our commitment to unlock fundamentally different treatment approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients through its highly innovative anti-myostatin program, including opportunities in additional rare neuromuscular diseases. Learn more at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock on X and on LinkedIn. Summary of Position: Reporting to the Senior Director, FP&A, the Director of FP&A will support G&A, Global Medical Affairs, and Operations at Scholar Rock. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of planning and delivering against financial objectives in partnership with cross-functional stakeholders. This person will also serve as a strategic partner, helping frame decisions, evaluate options, and drive value creation. Success in this role requires effective communication, organization, and collaboration skills. It is an excellent opportunity to help build a critical cross-functional capability at a growing biotechnology company with multiple product candidates. ## Position Responsibilities Serve as the primary finance partner for G&A leadership, Global Medical Affairs and Operations Support for all FP&A activities including budgeting/forecasting, long-range planning, scenario modeling, and financial analysis for strategic initiatives Coordinate with accounting on month-end and quarterly close tasks, procure-to-pay pro
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