Why would I want this job?

Senior Director, Assistant Controller for a fully integrated pharma company with research and development, clinical, manufacturing and commercial expertise.

Hybrid schedule, 3-4 days onsite/1-2 days remote.

What would I be doing?

  • Oversee various corporate accounting functions necessary to achieve an accurate and timely monthly close including accounts payable, payroll and cash management
  • Responsible for all transactions related to revenue recognition, gross-to-net transaction processing and accounting
  • Ensure compliance with all internal controls and procedures.
  • Responsible for providing oversight over all aspects of the Company’s SOX program and external audit.
  • Develop and implement process improvement by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes
  • Assist with the development, maintenance and communication of company accounting policies and procedures to enhance internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Oversee inventory accounting
  • Contribute to monthly/quarterly reporting and period-end close including journal entries and analytics package for senior management and external auditors
  • Coordinate with and provide management oversight over third party tax consultants for the preparation of quarterly tax provision and annual tax returns
  • Perform complex account analysis and reconciliations
  • Coordinate with various internal groups for issues that are identified and resolve those issues in a timely manner.

What would make me qualified?

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting and CPA is required
  • Mix of large public accounting experience and industry experience highly preferred
  • 5+ years of accounting experience; Pharma/biotech industry experience preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Ability to build relationships, both within the organization and external and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong decision making and problem-solving skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Firm understanding of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and application of controls across an organization
  • Experience with ERP systems and system implementations