Assistant Controller

Role Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Accounting and Financial Reporting, the Assistant Controller will lead accounting-related functions to ensure the accuracy, transparency, and regulatory compliance of Celcuity’s financial statement close process. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing the close process within a public company.

This position is fully remote for those outside of the Minneapolis area and will be hybrid for local candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage complex accounting areas, including revenue recognition and gross-to-net estimates, equity compensation, collaboration agreements, and equity and debt financing.
• Drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust internal control procedures to mitigate financial reporting risks.
• Manage the preparation of SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, and other periodic filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, legal teams, and management to facilitate efficient quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Lead the optimization of financial systems and accounting processes to improve operational efficiency and support accurate reporting.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with evolving industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred.
• Eight plus (8+) years of accounting experience, including at least three (3) years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in leading financial close, SEC reporting and internal control execution.
• Ability to analyze clinical trial activity and work cross-functionally to determine accurate accrual estimates and alignment with budget forecasts.
• Prior experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences strongly preferred.
• Experience strengthening accounting systems, controls, and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with SOX, SEC and GAAP standards.
• Continuous improvement mindset; seeking ways to drive innovation and efficiencies.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple processes and documentation requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence and build credibility at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced knowledge in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexible and willing to learn; adapting to business and site needs in a dynamic environment.
• Maintain a positive, approachable and professional attitude.