Job Description

The Assistant Controller will lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data. This role requires strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience scaling accounting operations within a fast-paced biotechnology company.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
• Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and financial statements
• Manage revenue recognition for collaboration arrangements
• Collaborate on internal management reporting and ad-hoc analyses
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement variances
• Manage corporate consolidations
• Oversee fixed asset accounting
• Ensure documentation and control over accounting records
• Support audits and ad hoc projects
• Prepare regulatory reports
• Identify and incorporate risks into SOX compliance
• Lead SOX risk assessment
• Interface with external auditors
• Participate in special projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, 3+ years in Big Four
• Life sciences or biotech industry experience preferred
• Experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Prendio, and Adaptive Insights a plus
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge
• Ability to scale accounting operations
• Proven leadership capabilities
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Team-oriented and adaptable
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Permanent US work authorization

Benefits

• No benefits