Director/Sr. Director, Controller

Director Sr. Director, ControllerA Third Rock Ventures Stealth NewCo is seeking a Controller. This position will offer tremendous opportunities to help build a finance function. Successful candidates will be innovative, thrive in a startup environment and use their creative and imaginative problem-solving skills to help bring new products to patients.Responsibilities:Hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of a clinical stage biotechnology company; including monthly close processes and procedures, general accounting, internal management reporting, external reporting and technical accounting matters.Prepare the consolidated financial statements, in accordance with SEC and US GAAP.Direct and lead accounting teams in the development, implementation and oversight of company-wide accounting policies and controls consistent with SEC, US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.Manage a team of two responsible for all General ledger activities, project accounting, AP and payroll.Manage the equity management system and all equity awards.Partner with management team by researching, evaluating, and documenting accounting implications of complex transactions and collaborations; manage technical accounting assessments.Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, internal controls and enable timely business decisions.Serve as a business partner and build relationships cross-functionally to foster collaboration both inside and outside of accounting and finance.Manage relationship and reporting matters with the audit firm and interface effectively with our auditors to resolve complex accounting and auditing issues.Work closely with the FP&A team to support internal budget, forecast and external reporting requirements.Participate and collaborate with the company on programs, projects, and objectives which require extensive communication, change management and interactions with other functional leaders.Responsible for preparation of board-level and management reports.Other projects based on business needs.QualificationsBachelor's or master's degree in accounting with current CPA accreditation required.8+ years of work experience in public accounting and at least two years in industry with SEC filing responsibilities.Biotechpharmaceutical industry experience preferred, but not required.Excellent analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret complex financial data and derive actionable insights.Demonstrated experience in leading & developing teamsStrong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to non-financial stakeholders; advanced PowerPoint skills are essential for creating impactful presentations.Highly proficient in Excel and excel modeling.Strong leadership skills, with a track record of developing and mentoring finance professionals.Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Self-starter, enthusiastic, entrepreneurial attitude.Strong time management and planning skills required to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changes in business requirements.Familiarity with NetSuite, Prendio and Adaptive Planning are not required.

Created: 2025-01-26