Sr. Director, Controller

About GondolaBio

GondolaBio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing next-generation therapeutics for genetic diseases. Originally launched as BridgeBioX, a subsidiary of BridgeBio, GondolaBio secured $300M in private financing from external investors in 2024 and became an independent company within the BridgeBio ecosystem. The company aims to leverage cutting-edge biological research to create breakthrough medicines addressing high unmet needs across multiple therapeutic areas, including neurology, pulmonology, cardiology, nephrology, and endocrinology. Located on the Stanford Life Sciences campus, GondolaBio fosters a unique hybrid environment where top scientists from around the world collaborate with senior leadership and advisors, blending industry expertise with academic innovation.

About BridgeBio

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 20+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.

Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aim to translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines. We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country. We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland, and are expanding across Europe.

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://bridgebio.com

Who You Are

As part of the management team, the Senior Director, Controller will be responsible for directing and overseeing the financial and accounting operations for both the parent company and all affiliate entities. This includes ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining proper internal controls, coordinating with external advisors, managing accounting close processes, and leading budget, forecast, and cash planning activities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in biotech/life sciences accounting, a track record in managing complex corporate structures, thrives in an autonomous environment, identifying opportunities and executing solutions with minimal guidance, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Accounting & Financial Reporting: Oversee the outsourced accounting service providers on day-to-day accounting activities for all affiliates and the parent company, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting including monthly and quarterly close, treasury operations, vendor payments, expense reporting, and manage cost allocations across projects
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans; provide financial analyses and scenario modeling to inform strategic decision-making. Review of purchase order and spending against consolidation
• Cash & Treasury Management: Monitor and report on cash flow, runway forecasts, and banking relationships to ensure adequate liquidity and financial stability
• External Collaboration & Compliance: Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders; develop, implement and maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with statutory and other regulatory requirements
• Establish accounting policies and procedures
• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with executive leadership to provide financial counsel, advise on corporate structure and risk mitigation, and drive initiatives that support the company’s long-term objectives
• Ad hoc project as required by management

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA (or CMA) strongly preferred
• Professional Experience: 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience in biotech or life sciences, including 5+ years in a leadership role. Expertise in US GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software, procurement systems and advanced Excel; Demonstrated ability to implement and maintain robust internal controls
• Soft Skills & Leadership: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of mentoring teams; High level of integrity, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to problem-solving

What We Offer

• Patient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our efforts
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak
• An unyielding commitment to always putting patients first. Learn more about how we do this here
• A de-centralized model that enables our program teams to focus on advancing science and helping patients. Our affiliate structure is designed to eliminate bureaucracy and put decision-making power in the hands of those closest to the science
• A place where you own the vision – both for your program and your own career path
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our game
• Access to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your life
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs)
• Flexible PTO
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers
• Potential ability to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs across multiple therapeutic areas over time 
• Partnerships with leading institutions
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion