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Pattern Bioscience

Fractional Controller

Pattern Bioscience, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Pattern Bioscience . At Pattern Bioscience, we’re tackling antibiotic resistance, one of the biggest public health challenges of our time. We use machine learning and microfluidics to quickly recognize the bacteria causing an infection and to predict which drugs will cure the infection. We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Controller comfortable in the startup, biotech environment to lead our accounting operations and continue scaling the financial infrastructure needed to support our growth. You will be responsible for leading and streamlining our core accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Initially, this role will focus on hands-on accounting functions, especially the monthly close and key compliance activities, at ~20 hours per week. As the company grows, there will be opportunities to expand the scope of responsibility (e.g., systems build-out, cost accounting) and potentially convert to full-time with team leadership. This role is for you if you enjoy building processes, have a strong understanding of the application of finance and accounting principles in a startup, medical device environment, and are passionate about helping startups grow.

Responsibilities

Oversee the company’s accounting operations, including general ledger management, payroll, contractor-supported AP/AR, and tax filings

Complete the monthly close process, performing the hands-on accounting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements and internal reports

Implement and maintain internal controls and financial systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other regulations

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and reporting requirements

Proactively research and resolve accounting discrepancies or anomalies to ensure accurate financials

Manage relationships with external auditors and enable a smooth audit process

Drive the design of future-state accounting processes and systems (e.g., cost accounting, ERP improvements, commercialization readiness)

Other Opportunities

Support management with financial reporting and insights, with the opportunity to expand into forecasting and operational analysis over time

Assist in budgeting and forecasting as capacity allows

Support invoicing, project accounting, and audits for government contracts as needed

Contribute to the development of dashboards, consolidated reporting, and other financial tools as the business scales

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, CPA preferred, with 8-10+ years of progressive experience including leadership and management responsibilities and experience with startups

Experience with cost accounting in a complex manufacturing environment

Thorough knowledge of US GAAP

Proficiency in general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process

Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred); ERP implementation experience a plus

Experience with government contracts is a plus

Benefits

401k Matching

Paid Time Off

The opportunity to make a global impact

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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