Why Sarepta? Why Now?

The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold leadership positions in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and limb-girdle muscular dystrophies (LGMDs), and we currently have more than 40 programs in various stages of development in gene therapy, RNA and gene editing. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.

We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.

What Sarepta Offers

At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:

• Physical and Emotional Wellness
• Financial Wellness
• Support for Caregivers

For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us

The Importance of the Role

The Director of Finance - Technical Operations will lead the development and execution of processes to deliver performance-based analytics for the Technical Operations organization. Key responsibilities include establishing a product costing platform to support strategic business planning, standard costing, and the annual business planning cycle. Collaborating closely with the Sr. Director of FP&A and the Director of Technical Operations Finance Analytics, this role will help drive the creation and deployment of a financial analytical framework for the Technical Operations Organization. Additionally, this position will oversee the cost accounting group and manage all financial aspects pertaining to inventory and manufacturing operations for both commercial and clinical programs. This position is responsible for driving financial accounting processes, policies, procedures, and internal controls related to these areas. The position will work closely with Technical Operations and FP&A team members to assist in forecasting and budgeting. The position will also manage accounting and financial reporting related to these areas.

The Opportunity to Make a Difference

• Develop a strong business partner relationship with the Manufacturing, QA, QC, and Process Development functions.
• Develop a financial performance management platform for the Technical Operations Organization.
• Manage the Inventory and Manufacturing Finance Costing Team.
• Lead and complete the monthly accounting close process related to inventory, manufacturing, and clinical trials, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Analyze and validate all inventory transactions in Oracle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a standard cost accounting process for our manufacturing operation, including performing periodic cost studies in support of our standard cost model and regularly investigating, resolving, and reporting actual-to-standard variances.
• Work directly with third-party vendors to ensure accurate monthly reports.
• Develop and maintain an inventory cycle counting process.
• Provide business analysis, forecasting, and budgeting with the Technical Operations organization in partnership with our FP&A group, including making recommendations for financial and operational improvements.
• Maintain and recommend improvements to our system of internal accounting controls as they relate to inventory and manufacturing.
• Work within our existing Oracle ERP system and the Oracle Process Manufacturing module, leading efforts to recommend and implement any expansions of this system.
• Lead the preparation of internal and external reporting related to these key areas, including internal monthly reporting and quarterly reporting to be filed with the SEC, and assist in external audit functions.
• Develop monthly inventory reports for Finance leadership and business partners to support analytics and strategic decision-making.
• Develop monthly flux analytics to support SEC filings.

More About You

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in accounting/finance or similar.
• Twelve (12) to fifteen (15) years of experience in manufacturing, inventory/finance positions of growing responsibilities.
• Strong cost accounting background.
• Strong working knowledge of Oracle OPM Financials module.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory, and cost accounting.
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP as it applies to a manufacturing environment is required.
• Knowledge of accounting statements and financial reporting experience in biotechnology and/or pharmaceuticals is strongly encouraged.
• Excellent analytic skills; highly proficient in Excel-based modeling with strong computer skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize appropriately and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with personnel throughout the company as well as external vendors.
• Strong managerial skills with the ability to motivate and mentor staff.
• Strong understanding of SOX controls, design and implementation, and ongoing evaluation of controls.

What Now?

We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.

So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.

This position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.

The targeted salary range for this position is $180,000 - $225,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.

Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.