Job Openings

Job ID: BH505977

Category: SEC Reporting

Specialty: Accounting & Finance

Manager of External Reporting and Technical Accounting

Direct Hire

Job Location: Watertown (Hybrid, 2 days a week onsite)
Must be vaccinated

Hours: 40

Company Information, Industry, Size: BioTech

Interview Process: Virtual

Must Haves:

• 6+ years of experience
• CPA or on the CPA track

Preferred:

• BioTech
• Public Accounting experience from larger accounting firm.

Job Summary/Description:

• Preparation and filing of all SEC reports (Form 10-Qs, Form 10-Ks, Form 8-Ks, Proxy Statements), including draft footnotes, coordinating disclosures with internal departments, and preparation of disclosure checklist to ensure accuracy and timeliness for the Company’s SEC filings.
• User of SEC Reporting tool ActiveDisclosure software used to file SEC reports, including iXBRL review and compliance, and software proficiency and maintenance.
• Maintenance of the quarterly reporting key dates, SEC reporting calendar and monitor progress against internal reporting timing.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations. Research technical accounting matters and preparation of technical accounting memo to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Keep current, research and evaluate in the implementation of new accounting standards and reporting rules and regulations as required.
• Assist in the development of reporting capabilities including standard financial reports and management reports to support technical accounting determinations and senior leadership decision making.
• Prepare requested analyses, reports and documentation to expedite an effective and efficient internal audit and external audit process and ensure SOX compliance.
• Support with special projects and analyses, where necessary.
   

Qualifications

Primary skills and knowledge required include, but are not limited to the following:

• Experience with technical accounting, research and reporting.
• Advanced understanding of SEC reporting requirements and comprehensive and current understanding of US GAAP, including recently issued accounting pronouncements.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to meet deadlines, attention to details and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
• Positive attitude, be flexible and a team player.
• High integrity and exceptional work ethic.
   

Level of Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, finance or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant designation.
   

Number of Years of Experience in the Function and in the Industry:

• 6+ years combination of corporate reporting industry experience and public accounting experience and recent public company experience. Big 4 or top tier national public accounting experience highly preferred. Biotechnology / pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.