Job Title: VP, Corporate Controller

Department: Finance

Location: Miami, US

Overview of Role:

Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), the VP, Corporate Controller will lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity of our financial statements, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the implementation of robust internal controls. The VP, Corporate Controller will play a key role in supporting the company’s strategic objectives.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with SEC regulations
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal control policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting
• Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring timely and accurate completion
• Responsible for oversite and accurate execution of general accounting, cost accounting, and all other technical accounting activities
• Oversee monthly and quarterly closing process, continually evaluating process flows and accuracy
• Review and document the Company’s internal controls, coordinate with departmental managers to put in place a consistent and repeatable process to keep controls documentation complete and accurate
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and regulatory requirements
• Administrator to the Company’s stock administration processes, including all stock transactions and manage stock compensation compliance and reporting
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Partner with executive leadership in planning and executing financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning initiatives that align with business objectives
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and scalability
• All other duties as assigned

Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required
• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 8+ years in a leadership role within a public company required, preferably in the biopharma or life sciences industry
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance required
• Experience with enterprise level ERP systems
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and external stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

The pay range for this role is $285,000-$310,000 annually. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation. The successful candidate will also be eligible for health benefits, 401(k) with 6% employer match from day one, ESPP with up to a 15% discount up to the federal limit, flexible spending account among other benefits.

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