Duties and Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Compliance - Works closely with the Corporate Controller in coordinating annual audits and quarterly reviews with external auditors exceeding timelines and quality.
- Support the preparation and review of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
- Executes month end review of financial statements for internal financial reporting that improves quality of financial data.
- Maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting in line with SOX requirements, particularly around acquired and integrated entities.
M&A Accounting & Integration - Manage the accounting for M&A transactions, including purchase accounting (ASC 805), intangible asset valuations (e.g., IPR&D), contingent consideration, and goodwill impairment analyses.
- Lead cross-functional efforts to integrate acquired businesses, aligning financial systems, processes, and reporting structures.
- Participate in financial due diligence for new acquisitions and support integration planning and execution from Day 1 through full close.
Technical Accounting & Complex Transactions - Provide technical guidance on accounting for:
- Collaboration and licensing agreements
- Milestone and royalty arrangements
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Leasing (ASC 842)
- Equity financing and stock-based compensation
- Draft high-quality technical accounting memos and support executive decision-making with sound accounting analysis.
Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration - Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, as needed.
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Legal, FP&A, Finance, Tax, and IT on accounting implications of strategic initiatives and operational decisions.
- Drive continuous improvements in close and reporting processes, financial systems, and automation to support a scalable finance function.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's in Accounting or MBA preferred
- CPA required
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5+ years in a public company setting or accounting
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading or managing people.
- Strong experience in M&A accounting and integration, with a solid understanding of life sciences-specific accounting issues (e.g., IPR&D, licensing, collaborations)
- Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance
- Excellent technical accounting and financial reporting skills
- Experience leading teams and managing projects with multiple stakeholders
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications: - Public accounting experience (Big 4 or national firm), especially in manufacturing
- Experience supporting M&A readiness, related filings, or rapid-growth finance / accounting operations
- Familiarity with financial systems integration and automation tools
- Knowledge of global accounting and reporting considerations in manufacturing
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