Assistant Controller

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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 various internal groups for issues that are identified and resolve those issues in a timely manner
• Coordinate with and provide management oversight over third party tax consultants for the preparation of quarterly tac provision and annual tax returns
• Perform complex account analysis and reconciliations
• 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
• Responsible for providing oversight over all aspects of the Company’s SOX program and external audit
• Occasional Travel as needed

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive pay & bonus eligibility
• 401(k) matching
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off