A growing publicly traded biopharmaceutical organization is seeking a Director, Financial Reporting to lead SEC reporting, technical accounting, SOX compliance, and internal controls. This leadership role partners closely with executive management, auditors, legal counsel, investor relations, and cross-functional business teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, proxy statement financial disclosures, and XBRL reporting.
Oversee external financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with
SEC, U.S.
GAAP, FASB, and NASDAQ requirements.
Manage technical accounting research, accounting policy development, and implementation of new accounting standards.
Direct SOX 404 compliance efforts and maintain a strong internal control environment over financial reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, internal auditors, legal counsel, and other key stakeholders.
Review complex accounting matters including financing transactions, stock compensation, acquisitions, divestitures, and impairment analyses.
Coordinate quarterly earnings release reporting, Audit Committee materials, disclosure checklists, and audit support schedules.
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while driving process improvements and reporting efficiencies. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Active CPA license required.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
5+ years of SEC reporting experience within a publicly traded company.
4+ years of Big 4 public accounting experience, including Manager-level responsibility.
Strong knowledge of SEC reporting, U.S.
