Financial Analyst

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions. 

Our Values:

• We Seek A Better Way: We innovate boldly, learn from our setbacks, and are resilient in our pursuit to transform cancer care
• We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, commit to quality, and bring fun to our hard work
• We Are Stronger Together: We collaborate openly, seek to understand, and celebrate our wins
• We Care Deeply: We embrace our differences, do the right thing, and encourage each other

 

The Position:

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team and play a critical role in driving financial insights that support strategic decision-making across Veracyte. Reporting to the Sr. FP&A Manager, this position will partner with business leaders to provide accurate forecasting, budgeting, and analysis, ensuring we meet our financial goals while living our values of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and seeks to establish structure in ambiguity.

 

Location: This is a hybrid role based out of our San Diego, CA office (3 days/week onsite).

 

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Sr. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager with finance for R&D and other business areas, demonstrating flexibility and interest in broader responsibilities.
• Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for assigned business units.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including variance analysis and key performance metrics.
• Partner with functional leaders to provide financial insights that influence strategic decisions.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and long-term growth strategies.
• Assist in preparing presentations for executive leadership and board meetings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within FP&A workflows.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies while managing sensitive financial data responsibly.
• Collaborate closely with peers in Accounting to drive achievement of functional goals and corporate reporting.

 

Who You Are:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or related finance role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively to identify issues, gather relevant data points, and recommend solutions.
• Strong team player; able to integrate and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and matrixed environment.
• Demonstrates Veracyte values in action: Stronger Together – Collaborates effectively across teams; Seek a Better Way – Identifies innovative solutions for financial processes; Care Deeply – Ensures accuracy and integrity in financial reporting; Make It Happen – Delivers results under tight deadlines with resilience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in biotech, life sciences, or high-growth technology companies.
• CPA, CFA, and/or MBA a plus, but not required.
• Preferred experience with NetSuite or NSPB (NetSuite Planning and Budgeting).
• Knowledge of GAAP and corporate finance principles.
• Embodies our values at scale: Raises the bar for financial excellence (Seek a Better Way); Builds trust through transparency and collaboration (Stronger Together).

 

 

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Pay range$76,000—$85,000 USD