Lead day-to-day accounting and finance for a public biotech: own SEC filings, manage full-cycle accounting and month/quarter close, ensure GAAP/SOX/ASC 606 compliance, support audits, maintain controls, and manage a small accounting team while partnering with cross-functional leaders.
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Position Summary
GHJ Search & Staffing has partnered with a growing biotech company seeking a VP Finance to lead the day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and prepare SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other required public company disclosures
- Lead full-cycle accounting operations, including month-end and quarter-end close
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, SOX, and ASC 606
- Prepare and review technical accounting memos and support audits and external reporting requirements
- Manage and develop a small accounting team (1–2 direct reports)
- Oversee internal controls, compliance processes, and coordination with external auditors and advisors
- Maintain and improve accounting processes, policies, and documentation in a fast-paced environment
- Work closely with cross-functional leaders to support business initiatives and future growth
- Operate comfortably in the details while maintaining a strategic mindset
Qualifications
- Public accounting experience required
- Demonstrated experience preparing and filing SEC reports (10-Ks, 10-Qs)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, and revenue recognition under ASC 606
- Experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for a public company
- Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics strongly preferred
- CPA designation preferred
- Proven ability to manage and mentor a small accounting team
- Exceptional attention to detail with a willingness to get into the weeds
- Self-starter who thrives in a hands-on, remote work environment
Benefits
- Full benefits package
- 3 weeks of PTO
- 100% remote work schedule
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Top Skills
Microsoft Dynamics,Gaap,Sox,Asc 606,Sec Filings (10-K,10-Q)
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