Senior Director Controller

The Role:

Reporting to the VP Finance, this position is responsible for the controller group, producing accurate and timely financial statements, overseeing the close process and all other accounting responsibilities such as T&E, chart of accounts etc. The Controller will be the ultimate reviewer of the CRO and CMO accruals. This role requires strong managerial capabilities to drive process improvement, system implementations and employee development.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Finalize accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (balance sheet and statement of income) in accordance with GAAP. Design and manage the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Design, implement and maintain a system of internal controls to ensure safeguarding of Company assets and accurate financial statements.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system improvements.
• Ultimate reviewer of CRO and CMO accruals, overseeing improvements to CRO and CMO accruals processes to support growth of the business.
• Manage a team including multiple direct reports and a larger group of indirect reports ensuring appropriate allocation of responsibilities and sufficient back-up support.
• Serving as principal contact with independent auditors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and Certified Public Accountant.
• 15+ years of experience - some in public accounting (big four), at least 10 years of experience in the biotech industry and at least 6 years of experience as a controller.

• Experience with financial reporting at a publicly traded company.
• Experience with CRO and CMO +accruals is a must.
• Demonstrated ability to organize an efficient and effective monthly closing process.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment and the flexibility to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Team player, able to garner the respect of direct reports, peers, and superiors throughout the organization.
• Strong communications and analytical skills.
• Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, Expensify, Auxilius/Condor is preferred.

Work Environment:

• Remote-based
• Dynamic, interactive, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial environment
• Domestic or international travel are required (20%)

Compensation is based on several factors, including market location, and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Equity, sign-on bonuses, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, 401k, and other benefits, including unlimited paid time off and parental leave. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $250,000.00 - $265,000.00.

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