Codexis, Inc. · 2 months ago
Associate Director, External Reporting
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expCodexis, a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, CA, is looking to hire an Associate Director of External Reporting. This role is responsible for leading the Company’s external financial reporting and technical accounting functions, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and managing the preparation of SEC filings.
BiotechnologyChemicalSustainability
Responsibilities
Leading the preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy) and managing the submission process
Conducting technical accounting research and drafting memos on complex transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, equity)
Overseeing equity-related accounting, including stock-based compensation and ESPP transactions
Collaborating with internal teams on earnings releases and Board materials
Ensuring SOX compliance for external reporting and equity processes
Supporting special projects such as ERP implementations, audit readiness, and policy updates
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA required
8–10 years of relevant experience, including Big 4 public accounting and/or public company reporting
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations
Experience with Workiva, Equity Edge, Coupa and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)
High level Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio) required
Proven ability to manage complex reporting cycles and meet tight deadlines
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match up to 4%
Company Equity
Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
Mental Health Wellness Program
Subsidized onsite lunch program
Onsite Gym Facilities
Paid Parental Leave
And More!
Company
Codexis, Inc.
Codexis is redefining what is possible in therapeutic development and manufacturing, leading the technology revolution with efficient, high-quality, and commercially proven solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$219.3MKey Investors
Innovatus Capital PartnersCasdin CapitalEDBI
2025-08-13Post Ipo Equity· $27.3M
2025-08-13Post Ipo Debt
2024-02-13Post Ipo Debt· $30M
Leadership Team
Georgia Erbez
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-08
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