Director of Finance, Healthcare & Life Sciences
$71k - $307k USD
About Us
Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise so that founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.
At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.
We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, more than 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.
Role
As a Director of Finance, Healthcare & Life Sciences, you will partner with venture-backed healthcare, health-tech, and life sciences companies navigating reimbursement complexity, regulatory requirements, and capital-intensive growth. Your role is to bring financial clarity, discipline, and strategic insight to mission-driven organizations operating in regulated environments..
Your Typical, Atypical, Day
Lead financial reporting, forecasting, and board materials for healthcare clients
Build models around revenue mix, reimbursement timing, and cash-flow predictability
Support fundraising and long-range planning in capital-intensive environments
Advise on staffing models, cost structures, and operational leverage
Prepare companies for audits, diligence, and compliance reviews
Mentor junior consultants supporting healthcare engagements
About You
8+ years in finance or consulting with healthcare, health-tech, or life sciences experience
Familiarity with complex revenue and reimbursement models
Strong appreciation for controls, compliance, and financial rigor
Comfortable advising non-financial leaders in high-stakes environments
Detail-oriented, structured, and trusted as a steady operator
Prior experience serving as a senior finance leader (Director, Head of Finance, or equivalent) in a high-growth startup or venture-backed company
Background supporting companies through rapid scaling, fundraising, or operational complexity
CPA credential strongly preferred; MBA or other advanced financial training a plus
Experience partnering closely with founders, boards, and investors in dynamic environments
What We Offer
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.
Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.
401 (k) with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.
A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.
Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or from the beach if you’d like!
We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love to learn and share what they know. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.
The pay range target for the role described in this job description depends on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, and current market data. We estimate the range of this role will likely fall between $71,000 - $306,800. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for, 401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.
Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.