Controller
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to join our finance team. You will be an integral leader on our finance team and support our objectives, goals, and strategies by leading the accounting function, month-end close, audit, tax, payroll, and optimize related processes. This position will report to the VP of Finance to shape the finance function.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee all aspects of the company's accounting operations, including but not limited to financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and tax.
Lead the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports for management and external stakeholders.
Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), SOC2, and other relevant regulations.
Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules, liaising with external auditors, and ensuring timely completion.
Enact plans to streamline processes, including, but not limited to, GL, financial reporting, tax compliance, and management reporting.
Oversee technical accounting activities, regulatory filings, and other disclosures.
Build the accounting function to scale with our growing business.
Develops long-term trusted relationships with internal business leaders and external partners, including auditors, tax consultants, and other financial advisors.
QUALIFICATIONS
CPA required with Big 4 CPA firm experience.
Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
Experience in the biopharmaceutical industry is required and experience in clinical stage company strongly preferred.
Experience in and strong understanding of GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and SOC2 compliance.
Strong grasp of U.S. GAAP, U.S. Tax Compliance, and management reporting and analysis.
Proficient in financial software tools; NetSuite/QBO, Carta/EquityEdge, Trinet/ADP, Expensify/Concur, Coupa/Procurify, Adaptive/Planful, Workiva, and MS Excel.
Both public and private company experience preferred.
Proven ability to organize efficient monthly closing processes.
High ethical standards and integrity in handling financial information and maintaining confidentiality.
Self-starter attitude with the ability to prioritize work and work efficiently with minimal supervision is required.
ABOUT IAMBIC THERAPEUTICS
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Iambic Therapeutics is disrupting the therapeutics landscape with its unique AI-driven drug-discovery platform. Iambic has assembled a world-class team that unites pioneering AI experts and experienced drug hunters with strong track records of success in delivering clinically validated therapeutics. The Iambic platform has been demonstrated to deliver high-quality, differentiated therapeutics to clinical stage with unprecedented speed and across multiple target classes and mechanisms of action. The Iambic team is advancing an internal pipeline of clinical assets to address urgent unmet patient needs. Learn more about the Iambic team, platform, and pipeline at iambic.ai.
MISSION & CORE VALUES
The culture and work at Iambic Therapeutics are profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our people and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where a diverse group of talented humans work together to discover therapeutics and create technologies.
ALSO
We offer industry leading competitive pay, company paid healthcare, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life Insurance, 401K matching, and unlimited vacation to our team. We are in a brand-new state-of-the art facility in beautiful San Diego with an onsite gym, dining, and easy access to great places to live and play.
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Join the dynamic team at Iambic Therapeutics as our new Controller in sunny San Diego! We’re on the lookout for an experienced and detail-oriented individual who can take charge of our accounting operations and propel our finance function to new heights. As the Controller, you’ll have a pivotal role in leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with regulations such as GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley. You won’t just be crunching numbers; you’ll be developing long-term relationships with internal business leaders and external partners, and helping to build an accounting function that scales with our growing business. Your expertise will also be crucial in coordinating and managing the annual audit process, creating accounting policies, and streamlining various financial processes. If you have a CPA with Big 4 experience, 7+ years in accounting or finance (ideally in the biopharmaceutical industry), and a passion for optimizing financial operations, we want you on our team! At Iambic, you will be diving into a state-of-the-art facility with fantastic amenities, alongside a group of innovators passionate about revolutionizing the therapeutics landscape with AI-driven drug discovery. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and unlimited vacation. Come and help us make a difference!
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