Assistant Controller – Tech & Life Sciences, SEC/SOX

Daley And Associates, LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Job summary

Daley And Associates, LLC, Boston-based technology & Life Sciences company, seeks an Assistant Controller to own financial reporting, SEC filings, SOX compliance, and internal controls while partnering with senior finance leadership to build a scalable accounting organization.

This newly created role covers close processes, policy development, and collaboration with auditors, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and IR, with exposure to digital asset accounting as a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience; Big Four or large regional firm preferred.
• Experience with public company accounting, SEC reporting, and SOX/internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K filings.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Prepare and review SEC filings, including 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and U.S. GAAP reporting.
• Lead and support SOX compliance, internal controls, and control testing.
• Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and processes.
• Partner with external auditors throughout quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Research and implement new accounting standards and address complex accounting matters.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP and payroll.
• Review revenue recognition, accruals, prepaid and fixed assets, stock-based compensation, and equity transactions.
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Legal, Operations, Compliance, and Investor Relations.
• Support tax compliance, cash management, treasury reconciliations, and banking relationships.
• Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and other strategic finance initiatives.
• Exposure to digital asset accounting is a plus, but not required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial reporting

SOX/internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Daley And Associates, LLC, Boston-based technology & Life Sciences company, seeks an Assistant Controller to own financial reporting, SEC filings, SOX compliance, and internal controls while partnering with senior finance leadership to build a scalable accounting organization.

This newly created role covers close processes, policy development, and collaboration with auditors, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and IR, with exposure to digital asset accounting as a plus.