Nautilus Biotechnology
Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager
Nautilus Biotechnology, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager
Join Nautilus Biotechnology as the
Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager . This role owns the research, documentation, and conclusion of technical accounting matters as well as all Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting in our dynamic, early-stage biotech company. The Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager will provide hands-on execution and administration of the financial reporting process and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on, rapid growth experience at a public company or biotech startup. Reporting to the Corporate Controller and working closely with company executives, scientists, and operations staff. This position has high visibility to upper management, collaborates closely with other business groups, and offers a unique company-wide view of the company from the financial core.
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a high-performing team of internal or contract resources to support expanding financial reporting and technical accounting needs.
Oversee and manage the end-to-end process for all SEC filings, including annual and quarterly reports (10-Qs and 10-Ks) and associated XBRL reporting, to ensure accuracy and GAAP/SEC compliance.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of key financial reporting schedules (e.g., Earnings Per Share, Cash Flow, and Equity Rollforward) through preparation or detailed review.
Lead the transformation of financial reporting processes, controls, and disclosures to support the Company’s transition from pre-commercial to commercial stage.
Research, analyze, and conclude on complex technical accounting issues, including preparation of memorandums; maintain deep knowledge of GAAP and related guidance (revenue recognition, collaboration agreements, etc.).
Review contracts (including revenue contracts) and develop accounting technical memoranda.
Lead policy initiatives, including the implementation of new accounting standards. Ensure internal accounting policies and controls are maintained and up to date. Monitor, document and determine new accounting standards impact and update policies and controls as appropriate.
Organize and lead quarterly disclosure committee meetings.
Manage the relationship with internal and external audits; act as the primary point of contact between auditors and the internal finance/accounting team.
Develop a thorough understanding of end-to-end IT/business processes and associated risks to design and support implementation of new processes (e.g., Revenue, Order-to-Cash); maintain SOX documentation including process narratives and risk control matrices for internal controls over financial reporting.
Responsible for management of stock-based compensation system, reporting and disclosures.
Contribute toward improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the corporate monthly/quarterly close and reporting process; support the monthly accounting close and reporting process.
Participate in or lead ad hoc projects, as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience with public company exposure, either Big 4 accounting or a mix of Big 4 and industry experience (additional years preferred). Significant experience with SEC-registered companies required.
BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent experience, and CPA.
Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and US GAAP, particularly as it pertains to revenue recognition.
Experience working in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry preferred.
Very strong written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical skills.
Must be flexible, adaptable, proactive, and work well under pressure.
Experience collaborating across multiple teams and levels.
Working knowledge of XBRL is a plus.
We are determined to do whatever it takes to get our platform into the hands of researchers who will use it to upend the status quo in basic research and healthcare.
We work on cross-functional teams, wear many hats, take risks to work through uncertainty, enjoy working collaboratively on challenging problems, and celebrate one another’s victories.
We go above and beyond, but also strive to provide a supportive atmosphere of colleagues who are willing to lend a helping hand and make working at Nautilus not only fulfilling in its end goals, but enjoyable on a day-to-day basis.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Consulting
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager . This role owns the research, documentation, and conclusion of technical accounting matters as well as all Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting in our dynamic, early-stage biotech company. The Senior External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager will provide hands-on execution and administration of the financial reporting process and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on, rapid growth experience at a public company or biotech startup. Reporting to the Corporate Controller and working closely with company executives, scientists, and operations staff. This position has high visibility to upper management, collaborates closely with other business groups, and offers a unique company-wide view of the company from the financial core.
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a high-performing team of internal or contract resources to support expanding financial reporting and technical accounting needs.
Oversee and manage the end-to-end process for all SEC filings, including annual and quarterly reports (10-Qs and 10-Ks) and associated XBRL reporting, to ensure accuracy and GAAP/SEC compliance.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of key financial reporting schedules (e.g., Earnings Per Share, Cash Flow, and Equity Rollforward) through preparation or detailed review.
Lead the transformation of financial reporting processes, controls, and disclosures to support the Company’s transition from pre-commercial to commercial stage.
Research, analyze, and conclude on complex technical accounting issues, including preparation of memorandums; maintain deep knowledge of GAAP and related guidance (revenue recognition, collaboration agreements, etc.).
Review contracts (including revenue contracts) and develop accounting technical memoranda.
Lead policy initiatives, including the implementation of new accounting standards. Ensure internal accounting policies and controls are maintained and up to date. Monitor, document and determine new accounting standards impact and update policies and controls as appropriate.
Organize and lead quarterly disclosure committee meetings.
Manage the relationship with internal and external audits; act as the primary point of contact between auditors and the internal finance/accounting team.
Develop a thorough understanding of end-to-end IT/business processes and associated risks to design and support implementation of new processes (e.g., Revenue, Order-to-Cash); maintain SOX documentation including process narratives and risk control matrices for internal controls over financial reporting.
Responsible for management of stock-based compensation system, reporting and disclosures.
Contribute toward improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the corporate monthly/quarterly close and reporting process; support the monthly accounting close and reporting process.
Participate in or lead ad hoc projects, as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience with public company exposure, either Big 4 accounting or a mix of Big 4 and industry experience (additional years preferred). Significant experience with SEC-registered companies required.
BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent experience, and CPA.
Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and US GAAP, particularly as it pertains to revenue recognition.
Experience working in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry preferred.
Very strong written and verbal communication skills as well as analytical skills.
Must be flexible, adaptable, proactive, and work well under pressure.
Experience collaborating across multiple teams and levels.
Working knowledge of XBRL is a plus.
We are determined to do whatever it takes to get our platform into the hands of researchers who will use it to upend the status quo in basic research and healthcare.
We work on cross-functional teams, wear many hats, take risks to work through uncertainty, enjoy working collaboratively on challenging problems, and celebrate one another’s victories.
We go above and beyond, but also strive to provide a supportive atmosphere of colleagues who are willing to lend a helping hand and make working at Nautilus not only fulfilling in its end goals, but enjoyable on a day-to-day basis.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Consulting
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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