The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Director, Assistant Controller
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Job Title: Director, Assistant Controller
Job Number:
36624 Location:
Boston,MA Job Description Aktis Oncology is seeking a highly motivated
Assistant Controller with a strong background in accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. In this high-impact role, you will report to and be the trusted right hand to the Senior Director, Controller. You will be responsible for managing key accounting activities and the financial close process, leading process improvement initiatives and building strong, collaborative relationships across the organization. Importantly, you will act as primary accounting partner for R&D teams, establishing an in-depth knowledge of activities to ensure proper controls, accounting and financial disclosure. This position is a Boston-based on-site/hybrid role with one day a week in our corporate headquarters. Responsibilities Oversee and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly classified. Lead the monthly close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and financial reports. Support the development and implementation of internal controls and maintain evidence of the performance of internal controls to ensure compliance and audit readiness. Assist with the development of scalable accounting policies, processes and systems to support potential future public company reporting, including SOX preparedness. Identify and implement technology-driven improvements in financial processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Collaborate closely with R&D leaders to establish an in-depth knowledge of functional priorities, workstreams, contracts and external relationships. Oversee process development and quarterly execution of critical R&D expense accrual and revenue recognition assessments. Together with FP&A, act as business partner to R&D teams providing support and guidance as needed to ensure accurate and effective flow of financial information. Required Skills Minimum of Bachelor’s degree with CPA license and 7-10 years related experience required. At least 3-5 years with life science companies. Hands-on experience working in both private and public company settings. Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and SOX controls. Demonstrated managerial capability in a growing and changing company:
ability to initiate and make improvements to processes and procedures; ability to adapt to changing priorities; ability and desire to supervise, as well as perform the detailed work; ability to focus on detail while understanding the relevance and application of that detail to the larger business at hand.
Demonstrated success collaborating within finance and cross-functionally (with particular emphasis on Research, CMC and Clinical teams). Working knowledge and experience with financial systems – NetSuite, Prendio – strongly preferred. Strong, demonstrated workplace skills, including but not limited to:
time management – schedules, timelines, task prioritization; communication – written and verbal; ability to coordinate and interact with all levels and functions; analytical and organizational.
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36624 Location:
Boston,MA Job Description Aktis Oncology is seeking a highly motivated
Assistant Controller with a strong background in accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. In this high-impact role, you will report to and be the trusted right hand to the Senior Director, Controller. You will be responsible for managing key accounting activities and the financial close process, leading process improvement initiatives and building strong, collaborative relationships across the organization. Importantly, you will act as primary accounting partner for R&D teams, establishing an in-depth knowledge of activities to ensure proper controls, accounting and financial disclosure. This position is a Boston-based on-site/hybrid role with one day a week in our corporate headquarters. Responsibilities Oversee and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly classified. Lead the monthly close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and financial reports. Support the development and implementation of internal controls and maintain evidence of the performance of internal controls to ensure compliance and audit readiness. Assist with the development of scalable accounting policies, processes and systems to support potential future public company reporting, including SOX preparedness. Identify and implement technology-driven improvements in financial processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Collaborate closely with R&D leaders to establish an in-depth knowledge of functional priorities, workstreams, contracts and external relationships. Oversee process development and quarterly execution of critical R&D expense accrual and revenue recognition assessments. Together with FP&A, act as business partner to R&D teams providing support and guidance as needed to ensure accurate and effective flow of financial information. Required Skills Minimum of Bachelor’s degree with CPA license and 7-10 years related experience required. At least 3-5 years with life science companies. Hands-on experience working in both private and public company settings. Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and SOX controls. Demonstrated managerial capability in a growing and changing company:
ability to initiate and make improvements to processes and procedures; ability to adapt to changing priorities; ability and desire to supervise, as well as perform the detailed work; ability to focus on detail while understanding the relevance and application of that detail to the larger business at hand.
Demonstrated success collaborating within finance and cross-functionally (with particular emphasis on Research, CMC and Clinical teams). Working knowledge and experience with financial systems – NetSuite, Prendio – strongly preferred. Strong, demonstrated workplace skills, including but not limited to:
time management – schedules, timelines, task prioritization; communication – written and verbal; ability to coordinate and interact with all levels and functions; analytical and organizational.
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