Beatrice Klimes

Background

About Beatrice Klimes

I am a Finance and Accounting Business Partner with over 20 years of experience. I support diverse business segments as well as Executive Leadership. I develop key relationships and build rapport with internal stakeholders at all levels becoming a crucial contact for financial planning and reporting. I leverage a solution-focused approach to identify and mitigate potential challenges to execute strategic objectives. Leading the financial planning and analysis division at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, my expertise in corporate planning and accounting shines through every strategic decision and analysis our team presents. With a CPA certification and a deep understanding of financial accounting, I ensure the organization's financial health and strategic direction are aligned. At Aurinia, we've cultivated a robust financial framework that supports our dynamic business operations. My role involved partnering with executive leadership to provide critical insights, driving efficiencies, and standardizing reporting practices to empower informed, tactical decisions that further our company's mission.