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Description

The Director of Financial Reporting position is responsible for the monthly close and general accounting related activities in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The position will report directly to the VP of Accounting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare month-end close process, quarterly reviews, and annual audit of the financial statements.

• Preparation and input of manual journal entries.

• Preparation and filing of public reports including 10-K and 10-Q.

• Prepare detailed work papers to support financial statement disclosures and SEC filings.

• Ensure company accounting practices, policies and procedures are in compliance with US GAAP.

• Perform intercompany reconciliations and produce intercompany elimination entries.

• Prepare and process monthly reporting packages.

• Prepare and process payroll.

• Prepare sales tax returns.

• Prepare monthly/quarterly fluctuation analysis of operating results.

• Ensure compliance with internal control policies and procedures.

• Assist external auditors with documentation preparation and assist in responding to audit questions.

• Participate in special projects, at the direction of management, such as adoption of new accounting standards,

• process improvements, other technical accounting topics.

• Maintain and improve financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and timeliness of

• financial reporting.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with bankers, auditors, tax accountants and attorneys.

• Train, coach and supervise accounting team to complete daily work assignments, maintain company

• standards, and follow company policies and procedures.

• Consult with accounting personnel to help them gain a good working understanding of the consolidated

• company requirements.

• Assist with SOX 404 internal control documentation and testing.

• Ad-Hoc projects and other duties as assigned and required.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with CPA.

• 5+ years accounting experience. Biotech/life sciences/pharma or public accounting experience preferred.

• Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

• Sarbanes-Oxley experience preferred.

BENEFITS OFFERED TO FULL TIME EMPLOYEES

• Health Insurance

• Vision & Dental Plans

• Prescription Drug Plan

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Observed Holidays

• Life Insurance & Disability Insurance

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