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Faith Pan

Faith Pan


Vice President, Finance



Professional Overview
Faith Pan is an experienced finance executive with over 15 years of expertise in the biopharmaceutical and technology industries. As the Vice President of Finance at IDEAYA Biosciences, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and operations, playing a crucial role in supporting the organization's growth and commercial success.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of Finance at IDEAYA Biosciences, Faith is responsible for leading the company's financial strategy, reporting, and operations. She oversees a team of finance professionals and collaborates closely with cross-functional leaders to ensure financial alignment and support for key business initiatives. Under her leadership, IDEAYA Biosciences has achieved significant financial milestones, including improved cash management, enhanced financial forecasting, and increased operational efficiency.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Faith held various finance leadership positions at Gilead Sciences, where she demonstrated her expertise in financial planning and analysis, corporate accounting, and risk management. As the Senior Director of Finance and Corporate Controller at IDEAYA Biosciences, she played a pivotal role in streamlining financial processes, improving financial reporting, and supporting the company's successful transition to a publicly-traded entity.

Academic Background
Faith holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Areas of Expertise
  • Financial planning and analysis

  • Corporate accounting and reporting

  • Financial forecasting and budgeting

  • Risk management and internal controls

  • Financial process optimization

  • Cross-functional collaboration and strategic decision-making


Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Faith has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to driving financial excellence and supporting the growth and success of the organizations she has served. At Gilead Sciences, she was recognized for her contributions to the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which enhanced financial reporting and decision-making capabilities. At IDEAYA Biosciences, she has played a pivotal role in the company's successful transition to a publicly-traded entity, overseeing the implementation of robust financial controls and processes.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic mindset, Faith Pan is a highly effective finance leader who is well-positioned to continue driving the financial success of IDEAYA Biosciences. Her commitment to excellence, coupled with her ability to collaborate across functions, makes her a valuable asset to the organization.