Accounting and Reporting
- In conjunction with the CFO and other members of the finance team, manage, lead and support the planning and budgeting process
- Manage accounting operations of the company including maintaining a system of accounting records/policies and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results
- Ensure that the company’s accounting procedures and reported results conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements and periodic forecasts
- Ensure financial reporting compliance with the Company’s strategic partners
- Prepare monthly reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts
- Manage the payroll and accounts payable processes (includes overseeing purchasing process)
- Interface with financial institutions and external accounting firm
- Oversee independent valuations, as needed but at least annually, and year end independent financial statement audit
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Work with the CEO and CFO as a key contributor on the Company’s strategic plan and ongoing business strategy
- Manage planning, budgeting, analysis, and reporting for the company as a private company and eventually as a public company
- Lead budgeting and monitoring performance vs. budget on a monthly basis
- Organize and prepare financial materials and presentations for the operations team
- Own and maintain the company’s Capitalization Table
- Oversee financial and legal controls in the company
- Responsible for managing the cash-flow of the company and bank accounts and investments
Education/Experience Required:
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in this area and be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- BA/BS and CPA required. MBA a plus
- 10+ years finance and biotechnology experience required
- Experience with SEC reporting, preferably as the Controller of a public company, required
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to support a fast-growing business
- Ability to work in a small company where you will have the opportunity to work and contribute to many different functions
- Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills are required. Strong understanding of GAAP and both day-to-day and technical accounting is a must
- PC & MS Office proficiency, excellent MS Excel required