Assistant Controller

This is a hybrid opportunity based out of Concord, CA.

Summary & Scope of Position: 

The Assistant Controller is a senior member of the accounting team and a trusted partner for the Controller.  Responsible for managing global accounting functions (revenue, inventory, internal and external (SEC) financial reporting, internal controls) and related third-parties.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Demonstrated strong knowledge of current and developing GAAP standards.
• Oversee and perform technical GAAP analysis and document in internal memorandums.
• Act as primary liaison for revenue deals, collaborating with internal cross-functional stakeholders including sales, legal, customer care, sales operations, credit and collections. Review new customer contracts to ensure accurate application of revenue recognition criteria.
• Help manage external auditors and audit, including internal control testing, valuation experts, and other third-party experts.
• Help maintain complete, accurate and contemporary internal control framework, including Sarbanes-Oxley. Assist with management of third-party internal audit firm.
• Oversee accounting staff and participate in the human resources activities of the department (interviewing, retaining talent, professional development, performance evaluations, etc.)
• Ensure close process is streamlined and supportive of backend internal and external reporting requirements.
• Oversee the evolution of financial accounting and reporting systems required to maintain reporting requirements.
• Assist with preparation of Board of Directors’ Audit Committee materials.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements/Skills: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with CPA license and 7-10 years related experience required.
• At least 3-5 years with big four auditing firm.
• Experience managing accounting function in a dynamic, global, publicly traded company required.
• Experience with accounting for commercial life science companies preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP.
• Demonstrated managerial capability in a growing and changing company; ability to initiate and make improvements to processes and procedures.
• Hands-on management – ability and desire to people manage, as well as perform the detailed work.
• Demonstrated time management skills (schedules, timelines, task prioritization);
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal; ability to coordinate and interact with executive management, middle management, and personnel within other departments.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with other functional areas (e.g., Research, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Sales Operation).
• Working knowledge and experience with financial software required – Oracle preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership, management and mentoring skills; team oriented.
• Demonstrated accuracy and ability to focus on detail while understanding the relevance and application of that detail to the larger business at hand.
• Flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities.

We understand that our people are essential to our success.  This philosophy is revealed in our competitive benefits package, designed to improve employees’ lives both on and off the job.

Benefits plans: medical, dental, vision, domestic partner benefits, paid maternity and paternity leaves, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending, life and accidental death insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, matching 401(k), ESPP, RSUs

Work and family: EAP, legal and financial services, health club membership discounts, tuition reimbursement

Compensation: The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $192,000-$220,000 annually.  Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on various factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.