Director, External Reporting & Technical Accounting

BioSpace; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biopharmaceutical sector is seeking a Director, External Reporting & Technical Accounting. This pivotal role involves overseeing SEC reporting, managing complex technical accounting matters, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a CPA certification, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, particularly in a public company environment. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic team focused on innovative cancer therapeutics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong background in SEC reporting and technical accounting.
• Public accounting (Big 4) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports including 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Oversee technical accounting memos and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage equity-related transactions and accounting.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SEC regulations

Technical writing

Financial systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification

Job description

Director, External Reporting & Technical Accounting

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Sutro Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Director, External Reporting & Technical Accounting to lead the Company’s external financial reporting, manage complex technical accounting matters, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This high-impact role is responsible for the preparation and filing of all public company financial disclosures, overseeing technical memo development, managing equity-related transactions and accounting, and driving collaboration across Legal, HR, FP&A, and external auditors. The ideal candidate will bring strategic thinking, strong technical expertise, and leadership experience in a dynamic, public company environment. Key Responsibilities: SEC Reporting & Compliance

• Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all SEC reports including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, S-8, Proxy Statements, and Section 16 filings.
• Manage the coordination of financial statement and disclosure inputs from multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation of registration statements, prospectus supplements, and related documents for equity offerings and capital market transactions.
• Lead proxy preparation and disclosures, including executive compensation and pay-versus-performance tables, collaborating with senior management, legal counsel, HR, and external valuation experts.
  
  
  

Technical Accounting

• Lead the development and review of technical accounting memos addressing complex matters such as revenue recognition, share-based compensation, collaboration agreements, investment and equity transactions, and significant estimates.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and emerging disclosure requirements, including implementation of new standards (e.g., segment reporting).
• Provide accounting leadership and documentation for complex corporate transactions and agreements, ensuring alignment with evolving guidance.
  
  
  

Equity & Investment Accounting

• Oversee the accounting for equity-based compensation plans, including ESPP, modifications to executive/employee awards, and expense recognition.
• Coordinate share transactions with third-party service providers.
• Manage equity and investment disclosures, including valuation and accounting for equity holdings.
  
  
  

Internal Controls & SOX Compliance

• Own and execute SOX controls related to SEC reporting, technical accounting, equity, and investments.
• Implement new internal controls as needed and ensure documentation and operational effectiveness.
• Liaise with external auditors for timely review of quarterly/annual filings, comfort letters, and technical positions.
  
  
  

Qualifications: Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA certification (required)
  
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 years in a senior external reporting and technical accounting role at a public company
• Strong background in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and stock-based compensation accounting
• Prior experience managing registration statements and capital market transactions preferred
• Public accounting (Big 4) experience a strong plus
  
  
  

Skills

• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX 404 compliance, and equity accounting
• Strong technical writing skills for memos and audit documentation
• Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple, high-priority projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex accounting concepts to non-finance audiences
  
  
  

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and strong ethical judgment
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to lead initiatives independently and cross-functionally
• Adaptable to evolving business and regulatory environments
  
  
  

Sound exciting? Apply today and join our team! Sutro Biopharma, Inc. encourages all colleagues to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture that is inclusive and values diversity in background and opinions. Sutro Biopharma hires extraordinary individuals into every position in the company and is committed to the diversity of our team. Our company progresses without regard of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability or citizenship status. We are dedicated to creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and succeed together. To recruiting firms: Sutro Biopharma does not accept agency resumes and solicitations from third-party agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our hiring managers or employees. Sutro Biopharma is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. The anticipated salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role at Sutro Biopharma’s California based locations will be $215,000 - $230,000 (not including bonus, equity, and benefits). The base salary offered will vary depending on the market, job-related knowledge, skills and capabilities, and experience. About Sutro Biopharma Sutro Biopharma, Inc., is relentlessly focused on the discovery and development of precisely designed cancer therapeutics to transform what science can do for patients. Sutro’s fit-for-purpose technology, including cell-free XpressCF, provides the opportunity for broader patient benefit and an improved patient experience. Sutro is advancing a robust early-stage pipeline of novel exatecan and dual-payload antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), coupled with high-value collaborations and industry partnerships, which validate its continuous product innovation. Sutro is headquartered in South San Francisco. For more information, follow Sutro on social media @Sutrobio, or visit www.sutrobio.com.

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