Associate Technical Accounting Director

Role Summary

This person will be a key member of the Accounting department to supplement the Company’s Technical Accounting and SEC reporting team. This person will have the primary responsibility for technical accounting guidance and SEC reporting as well as provide project management as needed at this growing biotechnology company. This person must display an in-depth knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, SEC reporting and Sarbanes Oxley compliance and be able to apply them to all aspects of the Company’s accounting needs. This person must display a good understanding of revenue accounting (ASC 606, ASC 808), lease accounting (ASC 842), variable interest entities and Stock-based compensation (ASC 718) and display proficiency in the quarter and year end process for SEC reporting. This person will report to the Sr. Director, Technical Accounting and work closely with the Director of SEC reporting, Accounting, Tax, FP&A, Business Development, Legal and other members of the organization as needed as we continue to encounter complicated accounting issues. This person will also interface with outside technical advisors and auditors to ensure proper accounting on all current and emerging accounting issues to ensure the Company’s conclusions on technical issues are appropriately documented and the books and records appropriately reflect the Company’s financial position and results of operations. This person will also ensure the Company’s accounting policies are appropriately updated as the Company continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• Key resource within the Company for technical accounting guidance;
• Apply technical guidance to business transactions;
• Work closely with Accounting, Finance, Legal and Business Development teams;
• Technical interface between the Company and outside advisors and auditors;
• Perform accounting research and draft technical memos;
• Ensure the accounting policies are up-to-date;
• Assist with SEC reporting as needed; and,
• Project manage as needed for company initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Accounting;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA);
• 7+ years of experience with Big 4 and work experience at a public company;

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP;
• In-depth knowledge of SEC reporting;
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communications;
• Detail and Service oriented; and,
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word & Power Point

Education

• BS/BA degree in Accounting;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA);

Additional Requirements

• Working Conditions: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors; may work on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors; exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results; networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.