Kyverna Therapeutics · 16 hours ago
IT G&A Business Partner
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $185K/yr
10+ years expKyverna Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies for autoimmune diseases. They are seeking an experienced IT G&A Business Partner to serve as a strategic and operational partner to various functions, ensuring that enterprise systems are scalable, compliant, and aligned with business objectives in a regulated environment.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Own the strategy, delivery, and ongoing optimization of Finance, Accounting, Legal, HR, and Commercial systems to support business growth, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance
Document, analyze, and continuously improve end-to-end business processes and workflows, identifying opportunities for automation and reduction of manual activities
Partner closely with functional leaders to understand business needs and translate them into system solutions, including development of business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and ROI assessments for new implementations or enhancements
Lead the full system lifecycle from intake and vendor selection through implementation, validation, go-live, and post-launch support, including requirements gathering, configuration, SOX validation, testing, training, and stabilization
Establish and manage change control processes and lead system upgrades, patches, and enhancements to ensure system reliability, security, and compliance
Champion IT governance by driving consistent application of policies, procedures, and best practices across all G&A systems
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of SOX-relevant data through system controls, audits, and reconciliations
Develop and deliver dashboards, reports, and analytics that provide leadership with clear insights into business performance, system health, and operational KPIs
Ensure all supported systems comply with applicable regulatory and privacy requirements, including FDA regulations, GDPR, and other biotech and life sciences standards
Develop, maintain, and audit system validation and SOX documentation
Implement and enforce security controls to protect sensitive information, including patient data, employee records, and proprietary research
Act as an escalation point and hands-on problem solver for critical G&A system issues, balancing strategic leadership with operational execution
Collaborate with IT leadership and business stakeholders to define and maintain a cross-functional G&A systems roadmap aligned with corporate priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related discipline; MBA or MS preferred
10+ years of experience in a Business Systems Analyst, IT Business Partner, or similar role, ideally within biotech, life sciences, or a public company environment
Proven experience supporting Finance, Accounting, Legal, HR, and Commercial systems such as ERP, P2P, ADP, CLM, CRM, and related platforms
Strong understanding of system integrations, configuration, testing, and SOX-compliant system support
Demonstrated expertise in compliance requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley, FDA regulations, Sunshine Act, HIPAA, and GDPR
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to perform gap analysis, gather requirements, and design scalable, efficient solutions
Strong technical acumen, including experience with SQL, data analytics, and reporting tools such as Power BI
Ability to translate complex business needs into clear technical requirements and system designs
Solid understanding of the drug development lifecycle and foundational principles of cell and gene therapy
Proven process improvement mindset with a track record of driving efficiencies across enterprise systems
Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with a proactive approach to issue resolution and continuous improvement
Benefits
Annual bonus
Comprehensive benefits
Participation in the Company’s stock option plan
Company
Kyverna Therapeutics
Kyverna Therapeutics is pioneering a new class of therapies and cures for serious autoimmune diseases.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$295MKey Investors
Oxford Finance LLCNorthpond Ventures
2025-12-17Post Ipo Equity· $100M
2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $25M
2024-02-08IPO
Leadership Team
Marc Grasso
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Van Blarcom
Senior Vice President, Head of Research
Recent News
2026-01-02
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