Alphonso Buiza

Alphonso Buiza is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis at Pliant Therapeutics since August 2022, Alphonso leads the budgeting process and collaborates with various departments to enhance financial strategies. Previously, Alphonso held roles such as FP&A Manager at Adverum Biotechnologies, where effective tracking of unforeseen expenses was implemented, and Senior Financial Analyst at Intersect ENT, which resulted in significant cost savings during the COVID-19 pandemic. With a solid educational foundation, including an MBA from California State University, Northridge and a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, Alphonso's expertise spans financial operations, budget forecasting, and performance efficiency.