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Barrington James · 22 hours ago

VP Controller

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Barrington James is partnering with a clinical-stage biotech company seeking a VP Corporate Controller to oversee their accounting function. The role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading audits while working closely with the CFO.

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Hiring Manager

Henry Brown

Responsibilities

Oversee and actively drive the day-to-day accounting function

Manage month-end and year-end close

Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations

Lead audits and implement scalable systems

Ensure compliance with GAAP

Qualification

GAAP expertiseSEC ReportingERP implementationLeadership experienceStrategic skillsAnalytical skillsLife science experienceAccounting degreeInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

A minimum of 10 years of accounting experience with a minimum of 2 years controller-level or equivalent experience, and a proven track record in leadership decision making, scaling and change management

Experience leading ERP or financial system implementations and training teams for adoption

Deep technical GAAP expertise

SEC Reporting experience

Possesses strategic and analytical skills with the ability to translate strategic goals into specific

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and align with all levels of the organization

Somebody who's able to run the books, meet deadlines, knows gap, is able and comfortable to interact up with the CFO and also be able to be a good manager

Excellent oral and written communication and negotiation skills

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance