Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

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Requirements:

• Completed a minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in SEC reporting, accounting, and SOX compliance.
• Attained a mix of Big 4 public accounting firm experience and hands-on public company experience in the biotech or life sciences industry, with knowledge of industry-specific regulations and financial considerations
• Very strong technical accounting skills. Independently researched accounting literature and interpreted guidance to support own conclusions.
• Understanding of financial, regulatory, and audit key concepts/standards (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, PCAOB, COSO, GAAP, SEC Reporting)

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of SEC reporting, including managing the quarterly and annual reporting process to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Provide technical accounting consultation to senior management on significant transactions before they are executed, performing ad hoc research to advise management on the possible accounting implications and advising on potential provisions and/or structure changes that can result in more favorable accounting treatment.
• Lead and manage the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance process for 404(b), including the design, implementation, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).