Corporate Controller (Sr Director)

About Us

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. (DELFI Diagnostics) is developing next-generation, blood-based tests that are reliable, accessible and deliver a new way to help detect cancer. Employing advanced machine-learning methods to whole-genome sequencing data, the DELFI ("DNA EvaLuation of Fragments for early Interception") platform is built to address the highest-burden health challenges. DELFI Diagnostics prioritizes solutions that have the potential to save lives on a global scale, including for historically underserved populations. DELFI Diagnostics’ platform relies on fragmentomics – the discovery that cancer cells are more chaotic than normal cells and, when they die, leave behind tell-tale patterns and characteristics of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) fragments. FirstLook Lung, for individuals eligible for lung cancer screening, is DELFI Diagnostics’ first laboratory-developed screening test and can be part of routine blood work. FirstLook Lung uses millions of data points to reliably identify individuals who may have cancer detected through low-dose CT, including early stage disease with a negative predictive value of 99.8 percent. This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.

In our passionate pursuit to radically improve health outcomes, we serve humanity when we:

Lead with Science, Anchor in Pragmatism: We pioneer life-changing science by ensuring quality, transparency, and rigor at all times. We explore thoughtfully, experiment smartly, and deliver impact with conviction.

Build With & For All: We embrace diverse backgrounds to innovate and achieve together. We are not just building a product - we aim to disrupt the path of cancer for all - no matter geography or socioeconomic class 

Put We over I: We are a home for high-performing people. Through teamwork, we build collective intelligence. Each of us wins when those we serve and those who serve with us--win. We show up with empathy, humility, and integrity at every step of the journey.

DELFI has 1-2 designated in-office working days each week for employees who live within within 50 miles of Palo Alto CA or Baltimore MD offices

The Financial Controller plays a leadership role in the accounting, procurement, compliance and financial reporting functions for this dynamic diagnostics organization.  This position will be responsible for managing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring compliance, supporting the audit and expected future preparations for IPO, providing insights that support our growth and driving operational efficiency as we scale over the next 2-3 years. This role requires an experienced, detail-oriented individual.

What you’ll do

• Develop a team and processes to support a growing company and preparation for a future IPO
• Oversee all aspects of accounting and accounting operations, including general ledger, payroll, insurance, stock compensation, 401K, taxes, 409a valuations, monthly close, financial reportings, compliance with GAAP
• Build the company’s revenue recognition, inventory and COGS policies in accordance with accounting and industry standards to support ramp up of commercial activities
• Lead coordination with external auditors for the annual financial statement audit.
• Provide financial and variance analyses on actuals to support the CFO, FP&A and the business gain insights into performance
• Oversee the procurement function of the organization, including continually improving and scaling the contract to pay process and supporting analysis of direct and indirect spend
• Manage and direct ERP (NetSuite) system enhancements, upgrades and changes.  Identify system gaps, solutions, and lead implementation
• Work with tax accounting firms to ensure proactive understanding of regulatory requirements and ongoing compliance
• Develop, monitor, and improve upon KPI metrics for the accounting department
• Partner with operations and FP&A on strategic analyses, as needed
• Ad hoc analysis and financial modeling as needed

What you’ll have accomplished 12 months from now

• Successfully managed and improved the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely, and accurate financial reporting for stakeholders.
• Streamlined accounting and procurement processes to make more efficient and scalable
• Developed and implemented key accounting policies and methodology to support a commercial stage company
• Continued to foster and develop a high performing accounting team through training and mentoring, enhancing team capabilities

What you’ll bring to DELFI

• Required
• BS in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years relevant finance and accounting experience in diagnostics or life sciences, specifically commercial launch
• Proficiency in GAAP, technical accounting include revenue recognition, cost accounting/inventory, and SEC accounting and disclosure rules
• Experience with Sarbanes Oxley Internal Control assessment (Section 404)
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.  Proven track record of building high performing accounting teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Working knowledge of major ERP system and adept in developing and implementing system changes (currently use NetSuite)
• Preferred
• Big 4 Public Accounting and public company experience preferred

What we offer full-time employees

• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and dependents
• 4 months paid parental leave
• Flexible Time Off
• 5 day winter break in December
• A meaningful mission and strong company culture

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This position is not eligible for agency partnership. Resumes and outreach from staffing representatives will be declined.