CFO MBA Internship Program – Finance, Operations, IT, Corporate Development & Strategy

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Job Description Gilead Sciences, Inc.
is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people.
The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer.
Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
CFO MBA Internship Program – Finance, Operations, IT, Corporate Development & Strategy As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world.
You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs.
This role is based in the Gilead Sciences headquarters (Foster City, California) The Gilead Sciences CFO MBA Internship Program is for first year MBA candidates seeking entry into biotech by providing an opportunity within the CFO organization at Gilead Sciences.
The CFO organization at Gilead is expansive and includes a variety of groups and departments: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), IT, Tax, Treasury, Controllership, Operations, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, Corporate Development and Strategy.
The CFO organization supports every area of the company by providing financial analytics, operational expertise (i.
e.
procurement, project management), fiscal planning, budget forecasting, strategy development and deal execution (i.
e.
joint venture, partnership, acquisition) as well as managing financial reporting and engagements with external audiences.
Program participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable cross-functional experiences with exposure to senior leaders, challenging high impact initiatives, and diverse networking opportunities.
Upon hiring, participants will spend 10-12 weeks working with a single group within the CFO organization at Gilead.
The assignment is designed to be an opportunity to learn more about a specific financial, operational, IT and/or strategic area of the company.
After completion of the internship, program participants will be evaluated for a full-time offer in the CFO MBA Leadership Program.
Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: Duties, roles and responsibilities will vary based on the interest and capability of the participant as well as business needs.
The duties include but are not limited to: FP&A: Conducts advanced analyses for middle and upper management and makes recommendations such as reporting changes, corporate strategy, pricing strategy, and forecasts Participates in the development and coordination of the annual planning calendar, budget and forecasts Responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely monthly management reporting including monthly financials, revenue reporting, and functional expense reporting Operations: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing Build strong relationships with Procurement organization and operational teams to manage overall execution of active sourcing and procurement programs and projects to ensure that they meet goals and deliver targeted results.
Liaise with Procurement category teams to identify, recommend, and implement improvements to process and technology (and monitor associated results).
Support creation of programs and tools to help organization adapt to change and foster a diverse and inclusive culture Corporate Engineering and Facilities, Strategic Planning Provide financial cost-benefit analysis for OPEX reduction initiatives.
Create a contingent worker spend dashboard and identify cost-reduction drivers.
Leverage six-sigma process improvement methodologies (process mapping, SIPOC, DMAIC).
Corporate Project Management Office Manage critical business focused projects including creating dashboards and reports that communication progress, risk and achievements.
Organize projects in terms of scopes of work, schedules, business plans and cost estimates.
Create and publish dashboards and reports that communicate project progress, risk and achievements.
Internal Audit Work on multi-disciplinary internal audit and special project teams under the direction of audit managers and senior associates to build your skills, relationships and experiences Participate in audits; learn audit methodologies, concepts and assist with controls testing Hands-on participation in any program aspect when required Investor Relations Write and shape investor communications such as press releases and executive scripts Manage earnings call process and coordinate deliverables with Finance, Legal, and Public Affairs Work closely with the Treasury group to support capital initiatives including meetings with fixed income investors and ratings agencies IT – Business Analyst Identify opportunities, solve business objectives leveraging modern tools and provide accurate Return on Investment analysis Capable of building analytical models that evaluate business situations and provide recommendations.
Participates in requirements discussions and design review of system enhancements Corporate Development & Strategy The Corporate Development team is responsible for spearheading Gilead’s acquisitions, partnerships, and investments in novel biotechnology companies and drug programs.
The summer associate will gain significant exposure to the inner workings of a leading biopharma firm, access to senior leadership at Gilead, and an understanding of the industry overall by supporting the following activities: Execution of investment, drug licensing, partnerships, and/or acquisition projects Coordination of diligence efforts including scientific reviews and commercial assessments Market forecasting, comp analysis, financial modeling, as needed Creation of business case presentations for senior leadership Structuring and negotiation of potential deal terms Strategic projects to support corporate development initiatives Showcase your work with a final poster board presentation near the conclusion of your internship Tax – CPA or Masters in Taxation Preferred Develop understanding of the company's business and transaction flows, and how it impacts and interacts with the IP and commercialization structures Work closely with cross-functional business partners, as well as external advisors, to develop and maintain an efficient and defensible tax structure that support Gilead's evolving business needs and initiatives, including supporting business development efforts Participate in planning and implementation of initiatives in response to U.
S.
tax reforms and evolving international tax landscape Treasury – CFA preferred but not required Balance sheet, cash flow and risk-based capital monitoring, forecasting and analysis for the consolidated entity and its subsidiaries Provide assessment of issues, perspective on results, and recommendations (e.
g.
, regarding trends that might impact target setting or how a proposed acquisition might impact regulatory capital) Management reporting regarding balance sheet, cash flow and capital.
Controllership Conduct advanced analyses or benchmarking financial and reporting processes to support decision making Prepare financial reports for internal and/or external reporting purposes Product / Service: Understand how Gilead advances patient care through research and development Learn how Gilead provides physicians with resources to better care for their patients Gain exposure into how Gilead Commercial Operations reaches our patients Personal Development: Gain an understanding of the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry.
Work in a corporate finance, planning, and strategy environment.
Develop planning, organizational and time management skills.
Increase knowledge of computer skills and technology.
Practice team-based work competencies.
Develop effective communication skills with executives, business contacts, and external clients.
Required Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old Must have a minimum GPA of 2.
8 Authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship now or in the future Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a MBA program at an accredited US based university or college Must be a Graduate or Doctoral Student Must be enrolled full-time in the Fall Semester at an accredited university/college after the completion of the internship Must be able to complete a 10-12 consecutive week internship between May and August Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency with MS Office Suite Ability to identify issues and seek solutions Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment 4 years of prior consulting, finance and/or corporate experience in biotech/pharma Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Strong project management skills with attention to detail Strong forecasting, financial modeling and negotiation experience/skills are a plus Education and training in biological sciences is a plus 4 – 5 years of prior experience – finance, accounting, banking, operations, healthcare and strategy experience a plus B.
A or B.
S degree in accounting, finance or a related filed (preferred – not required) CPA, CFA, PMP or other relevant professional certification is a plus Energetic, organized and detailed skilled with today’s technology systems, applications and platforms Strong forecasting and financial modeling capability a plus Ability to dedicate 40 hours per week to the program Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work thrive in a team-based environment Strong project management skills with attention to detail Independent worker and self-starter that enjoys problem solving Excellent verbal and written communications skills (e.
g.
presenting, meeting or workshop facilitation) Ability to manage various tasks, priorities and timelines and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment An interest in working in a corporate environment Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Ability to learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models and technologies Analytical skills and the ability to apply processes and methodologies Strong problem solver who can derive root causes to problems/challenges presented A guided self-starter who can work independently with support; passionate about learning new ideas and concepts Program Incentives: Opportunity to start a career in the biotechnology industry and gain a full understanding of the day-to-day operations of a biotechnology organization Participants will gain knowledge through rotations and placement experiences necessary to determine the direction of their career at Gilead in the CFO organization You will have the opportunity to interact with senior leaders as you gain cross-functional experience by interfacing with multiple business units.
You will develop skills vitally important in today’s business environment including team-based interaction, influencing without authority and the capability to aid in the definition and direction of the firm’s initiatives and long-term strategy Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What’s Right) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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 careers@gilead.
com for assistance.
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The expected hourly range for this position is $19.
00 - $55.
00.
Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including education level and geographic location.
These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.
Benefits include paid company holidays, sick time, and housing stipends for eligible employees.
For jobs in the United States: As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc.
is committed to a diverse workforce.
Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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 careers@gilead.
com for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
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For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.