Associate Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
 
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. 
 
Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma.

What You'll Do

The SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Associate Director will be an integral and visible member of the Accounting team and will help drive the SEC reporting and technical accounting process. This position will report to the Senior Director, Controller, but will also partner extensively with the wider Accounting and Finance Group, as well as with internal and external counsels. A successful candidate is someone who has the required skills and competencies, enjoys working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, pro-active, results-oriented, deadline-centric, analytical, strong attention to detail, excellent project management skills, and always highly motivated to deliver excellence in his/her work. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include (but not limited to): 

• Drive the execution of Forms 10-K/10-Q filings from drafting to filing
• Draft/prepare technical accounting memos and policies
• Prepare/draft Forms 10-K/10-Q and address review comments
• Perform XBRL review
• Review financial statements including Statement of Stockholders’ Equity and Statement of Cash Flows
• Prepare/Review earnings/loss per share calculations
• Review supporting schedules and documentation for SEC filings and review the financial statement tie-out
• Prepare/Review quarterly and annual disclosure checklists
• Plan for filings such as preparing the reporting calendar and coordinating with relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with the external auditors on review and audit requirements. Address review comments, as necessary 
• Prepare earnings release tables and narratives
• Review contracts and perform technical research, as needed
• Evaluate transactions for appropriate U.S. GAAP accounting treatment, including presenting disclosure recommendations
• Implement and monitor new significant accounting pronouncements
• Assist the Controller and other members of the accounting team on ad hoc projects, as needed
• Liaise and coordinate with other teams (e.g., internal and external legal counsels, FP&A) on various matters such as tracking of minutes of meetings, forecasts, etc.
• Knowledge of SOX requirements and compliance—ensure control procedures are executed and workpaper documentations are SOX compliant in accordance with the Company best practice documentations; review and update control process flows and narratives; prepare all required data and analysis to support external audit, internal control and SOX testing requests, among others

Behavioral Characteristics: 

• Strong work ethic including sound judgement, outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Able to work with high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Results and goal-oriented mindset with an opportunistic eye towards process improvements
• Strong ability to prioritize and organize work effectively
• Must be able to collaborate and communicate (oral and written) effectively
• High sense of urgency and ability to identify creative solutions to advanced, time sensitive problems by balancing achievement of process objectives with practical considerations
• High degree of organizational agility, able to handle sensitive issues with prudent discretion across all levels of the organization
• Commitment to delivering quality results and overcoming obstacles and challenges in a time-sensitive environment
• Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple work streams while remaining calm and effective under pressure 

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration 2-3x per week in our San Francisco, CA office.  

Who You Are

• BA/BS degree in accounting—CPA is required
• 7+ years of progressive experience of combined accounting/audit experience (Biotech industry, preferred)/public accounting (Big 4, preferred). SEC reporting experience required 
• In-depth understanding of financial statements, US GAAP, SEC Reporting requirements and SOX
• Technical accounting experience (e.g., ASC 815, ASC 606, ASC 808, ASC810 (consolidation and noncontrolling interest accounting), cash flows preparation, lease accounting, convertible debt, long-lived asset impairment, among others)
• Excellent communication and written skills and the ability to partner with cross functional teams Proficiency in MS Excel and MS word
• Experience in DFIN ActiveDisclosure/Workiva is preferred 
• Experience in SAP beneficial 

Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible

We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. 

Financial Benefits:

• Market leading compensation 
• 401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%
• Employee stock purchase program
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals

Health & Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents
• Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)
• Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work 
• Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need
• Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents
• Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability 
• Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching
• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities