Senior Accountant

Role Summary

The Senior Accountant will support the company's financial planning and accounting practices, including accounting, financial reporting, treasury, planning, risk management, and tax compliance. The role will maintain internal controls and systems, manage public company reporting processes (including 10-K, 10-Q) and SOX compliance. This position reports to the Associate Director, Finance and collaborates with colleagues across the organization and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, etc.
• Prepare Board and management internal financial reporting packages, including analytical review.
• Prepare external financial statements in accordance with GAAP and SEC regulations including 10-Qs, 10-Ks and S-3s.
• Support the planning function, including budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning.
• Act as primary liaison with external auditors; prepare and coordinate all appropriate material for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Coordinate tax compliance, including overseeing the preparation of tax returns and other required tax filings.
• Other financial and administrative projects and responsibilities, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, preferably in the biotech industry.
• CPA exams passed.
• Undergraduate degree in a related field.
• Preference for Big 4 audit experience.
• Knowledgeable of PCAOB standards and current accounting pronouncements.
• Excellent business judgment and strong leadership skills; ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, including senior management and non-financial staff.
• Strong technical expertise in SEC reporting and financial accounting.
• Strong problem solving / analytical skills and the ability to work independently and within a team.

Skills

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Leadership capability and business judgment
• Technical expertise in SEC reporting and financial accounting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team