Azfar Qureshi
About Azfar Qureshi
Azfar Qureshi serves as the Head of Finance at Aimmune Therapeutics in Brisbane, California, where he has worked since 2021. With over 20 years of experience in finance leadership within the biopharmaceutical industry, he has held various senior roles at prominent companies, including Gilead Sciences and Jazz Pharmaceuticals.
Work at Aimmune Therapeutics
Azfar Qureshi has served as the Head of Finance at Aimmune Therapeutics since 2021. In this role, he manages the financial operations and strategies for the company, which is located in Brisbane, California. His responsibilities include overseeing financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and collaborating with senior management to drive business objectives. Qureshi's leadership in finance contributes to the company's mission in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Azfar Qureshi held several significant positions in finance within the biopharmaceutical industry. He worked as the Associate Director of Commercial and G&A FP&A at Gilead Sciences from 2005 to 2009. He also served as the Director of Commercial FP&A at Jazz Pharmaceuticals from 2012 to 2017 and at Dermira, Inc. from 2017 to 2021. His experience includes managing finance teams and leading financial strategies that support business growth.
Education and Expertise
Azfar Qureshi holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Florida International University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Corporate Finance from the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in finance leadership within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Background in Finance Leadership
With over 20 years of experience in finance leadership, Azfar Qureshi has developed a robust skill set in financial planning and analysis. His career includes roles such as Director of Finance at Solyndra LLC and World-Wide Revenue/AR Manager at KLA-Tencor. Qureshi has a proven track record of delivering results through effective partnerships with senior management and has experience in global finance integration.
Achievements in Business Development
Throughout his career, Azfar Qureshi has been involved in various business development transactions and has played a role in the sale of a commercial stage company. His expertise in finance has enabled him to lead high-functioning finance teams and contribute to strategic initiatives that drive organizational success.