Assistant Controller

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Akero Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing transformational treatments for patients with serious metabolic diseases marked by high unmet need. Our current focus is on advancing our lead program efruxifermin (EFX) to provide a powerful new treatment for patients with MASH(metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis).

We are a team of problem solvers dedicated to pursuing bold scientific approaches to build a brighter future for patients. Our diverse skill sets and backgrounds, desire to learn from each other and collaborative spirit breed a culture where everyone feels inspired to bring their best thinking to work, and to bring out the best in others.

Job Summary

The Assistant Controller will have ownership of the general ledger and financial statement close process as well as provide support for other essential accounting functions. This position will be remote except for 2 to 4 times a month when the individual will work out of our Cambridge, MA office. The position will report to the Controller.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (and related footnote disclosures) in accordance with US GAAP
• Assist in the drafting and review of Forms 10-Q, 10-K and Proxy
• Assist with the preparation of technical accounting research and prepare related memorandums as needed
• Specific functional responsibilities include accounting for investments, expense accruals and equity
• Participate in the ongoing compliance with SOX 404B
• Serve as a key contact for external CPAs related to the audits of financial statements and internal controls
• Oversee payroll and equity management functions
• Assist with compliance requirements for tax and insurance matters

Qualifications

• 7+ years accounting or audit experience with publicly-traded biotechnology companies
• Experience with biotechnology revenue and inventory accounting a plus
• CPA required.  Big 4 experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Technical Requirements and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and SOX (404B) internal controls
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint abilities
• Adept at analyzing situations and information, identifying significant elements and then explaining the central factors at work, both verbally and in writing
• Preference for working independently and in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
• Self-motivated with a passion to learn
• An optimistic and positive attitude towards others
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite ERP software, payroll software and equity management software a plus

Compensation: 

• Below is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on a number of factors including, experience, education and skill set, and geographic location. This range is for the San Francisco Bay Area, California location and may be adjusted to the labor market in other geographic areas. 

  Pay range: $163,000 - $190,000 per annum

 

Special Advisory 

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