The Technical Accounting Manager is an active member of the Finance. As a key member of our finance organization, the Technical Accounting is a vital part of financial reporting and will function as a technical resource and advisor to key/complex accounting areas. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate across the organization, providing clear oral and written communication. We are looking for someone with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment, with strong accounting and analytical capabilities and outstanding communication.
Experience
6+ years of relevant work experience showing progressive advancement
CPA is required
5 - 8 years of relevant experience - either a manager or equivalent at Big 4 public accounting firm and similar SEC reporting and technical accounting experience in a public company
Life Science or Biotech experience a plus
Responsibilities
Technical Accounting
Lead the accounting research effort for all technical accounting pronouncements and the preparation of technical accounting memos, including discussion with external auditors on such topics
Responsible for accounting areas such as revenue recognition, collaboration accounting, share-based compensation and in/out licensing transactions
Review and approve complex accounting journal entries of month-end close process
Assist with the implementation of SOX 404(b) compliance efforts, including updating flowcharts, narratives and control matrixes as well as review test plan.
Assist with statutory audits, drafting, reviewing, and filing in various jurisdictions by working closely with international external auditor teams
External Reporting
Ensure that the Company's public financial statements and other SEC filings are of the highest standards of quality, GAAP compliant and useful to management and the investing public
Prepare and manage quarterly and annual process for filing Form 10-Q and 10-K (Edgar and XBRL), including drafting and reviewing documents
Ownership over the preparation of the disclosure checklist for periodic filings to ensure necessary disclosures are made
Coordinate with consultants, external auditors, legal counsel, disclosure committee and management for review and input on SEC filings
Work closely with investor relations to support the earnings call preparation, including the press release, script, slides, and support thereof
Assist legal with preparation of proxy statements and other periodic SEC filings
Key Skills
Individual must have strong teamwork, communication and analytical skills
Impeccable integrity and strong work ethic
Strong organizational skills and be able to work in a fast-paced dynamic team environment
High level of attention to detail
Aptitude for planning/managing deadlines
Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information to various levels of an organization
Creative approach to problem solving
Ability to self-motivate and function independently
Strong commitment to a team approach and awareness of team and individual success dependencies