Senior Director, Development Functions Finance - Foster City, CA

Senior Finance Leader

At Gilead, we are creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we have tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the worlds biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we are looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed, and empowered to fulfill their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

This Sr. Finance Leader will oversee, develop, and coach a team of 5-8 financial professionals to drive high impact financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and month end close deliverables.

The successful candidate will provide guidance on strategic, operational, and financial issues to the supported areas, including driving financial efficiency, operational effectiveness, and strategic workforce solutions.

Success in this role will require the ability to cultivate strong trust and influence with Sr. Leadership across the Development Functions areas. This person will be viewed as the business partner that provides strategic direction and is seen as the go to person for business financial analysis, insight, and counsel.

Key competencies :

Excellent interpersonal skills : An inquisitive mind, and the ability to work effectively with multiple functions are required.

Collaboration & Credibility : Builds trust and credibility across functions; viewed as a go-to resource for financial insight and strategic counsel.

Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen : Demonstrates foresight, problem-solving skills, analytical rigor, and a deep understanding of business drivers.

Influence & Communication : Exceptional ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and tailor messaging to diverse audiences.

Leadership & Team Development : Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top finance talent; fosters a high-performance culture.

Results Orientation : Thrives in a dynamic environment; consistently delivers high-quality outcomes and drives accountability.

Change Leadership : Proactive and innovative; challenges the status quo and leads transformation initiatives with confidence and clarity.

Capabilities and requirements :

14+ years of relevant experience with a BA / BS OR 12+ years of relevant experience with an MS / MA or MBA required, and having held positions of increasing scope and responsibility.

Prior experience in biotech / pharma and R&D organization is strongly preferred.

In-depth proficiency in aspects of accounting and finance and knowledge of US GAAP is required.

In-depth knowledge of planning and ERP systems is required with proficiency in Microsoft tools.

Experience in high-growth, multi-national organization a plus.

People Leader Accountabilities :

Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.

Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations, and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop, and realize their purpose.

Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

The salary range for this position is : $243,100.00 - $314,600.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state, and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.