Financial Reporting Manager

ARS Pharmaceuticals is a commercial pharmaceutical company, passionate about improving patients’ lives.  We recently launched neffy®, an intranasal epinephrine product for patients and their caregivers with Type I allergic reactions including food, medications and insect bites that could lead to life-threatening anaphylaxis. We promote a culture of inclusivity, integrity, and creativity, while pursuing solutions for patients and families affected by serious allergic reactions.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting and related SEC filings, accounting for equity-based transactions and stock compensation, supporting the Company’s SOX 404 compliance program, and a broad range of accounting operation activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, regulations, and corporate policies. This position will report to the Director, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting. ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., operates in a hybrid work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare SEC filings (using Active Disclosure), including Form 10-Q’s, Form 10-K’s, Form 8-K’s, Proxy and press releases in compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits including providing supporting documentation and following up on auditor questions as needed.
• Prepare the monthly management budget-vs-actual reporting package.
• Participate in the monthly financial close process ensuring accounts assigned are properly recorded, prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and any required reports.
• Assist with the administration and reporting of all equity-based transactions (option grants and ESPP), including stock-based compensation expense.
• Assist in the development of financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems including SOX 404 compliance and coordination with external SOX consultants and auditors.
• Assist with the preparation of technical accounting memos as needed.
• Participate in finance and accounting projects including system and process implementations as assigned.
• Assist with requests from external tax preparers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent) is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in-house accounting experience at a public company and/or public accounting experience is required (Big 4 experience is strongly preferred).
• Biotech/pharma or high-tech industry experience is preferred.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Active Disclosure experience is preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite enterprise software systems preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift with changing priorities.
• Highly organized and accountable for meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Self-motivated and capable of learning complex tasks quickly.
• Able to work well independently remote, as well as onsite up to 3x per week.

At ARS, we are proud to offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package. 

Salary : $125,000 - $135,000