[Hiring] Financial Controller @Civia Health

Role Description

As our Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in the oversight of our accounting and finance organization. Our organization is a research and development stage company. You will be responsible for the overall management and oversight of the accounting and finance activities, operating the environment in a “public company ready” manner.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including oversight of outsourced accounting firm.
• Streamline and manage month-end financial statement close process.
• Lead and manage quarterly reviews and year-end audit, act as point person with external auditing firms.
• Oversee all tax work; act as point person with external tax professionals.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and update internal controls in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley.
• Liase with Human Resource professionals to ensure general oversight for bi-weekly ADP payroll processing and compliance.
• Oversee equity management and risk management functions.
• Perform and implement technical accounting research and draft accounting memorandums, as necessary.
• Serve to oversee cash management processes, including maintaining and reporting cash flow projections.
• Responsible for financial policy creation and oversight.
• Participate or lead special projects and support various accounting related duties as needed.
• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in accounting and financial roles, ideally within the biotech industry.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley requirements, and international regulations.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Bonus points if you have experience working in a startup environment.
• Bonus points if you have experience in clinical service organization.

Benefits

• The opportunity to make a real impact on the development of a groundbreaking therapy.
• A fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including equity.
• The chance to work with a talented and passionate team of scientists and entrepreneurs.
• Join us and be part of something truly special! We can't wait to hear from you.