Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting (Remote)

Emergent Biosolutions; Gaithersburg (MD); Remote; USD 178,500 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent BioSolutions in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Director level accounting leader focused on SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting and share-based compensation administration. You will lead a team responsible for external reporting and technical accounting, performing hands-on tasks and supporting finance colleagues.

The role requires CPA, Big 4 background, 8–10 years in public accounting or corporate reporting, deep GAAP knowledge, and experience with Workiva and SAP.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent.
• CPA certification.
• Big 4 or large national accounting firm experience.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience from public accounting.
• Experience working in a corporate financial reporting environment for a large accelerated filer.
• Experience working in a technical accounting or similar role.
• Excellent understanding of GAAP accounting principles, with a strong knowledge of SEC reporting regulations, lease accounting, stock-based compensation, and revenue accounting principles.
• Experience with Workiva (Wdesk) and SAP (e.g., S/4HANA or ECC) is strongly preferred, with demonstrated ability to leverage these systems to support financial reporting, data integrity, and process efficiency improvements.
• Experience managing share-based compensation administration. Experience with Equity Edge Online a plus.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent project management, oral communication, analytical and written skills.
• Interpersonal skills & personnel management skills, attention to detail, extremely organized and thorough with the desire for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEC reporting, including Form 10-K and 10-Q, for timely and accurate filings.
• Support quarterly earnings releases and investor relations materials.
• Ensure non-GAAP disclosures align with SEC regulations.
• Perform technical research on revenue and leases; provide recommendations under US GAAP.
• Draft, review and maintain global accounting policies and technical memos.
• Keep partners updated on accounting developments through trainings and publications.
• Monitor master issues tracking to reflect business changes.
• Oversee stock plan activities: grants, vesting, ESPP.
• Assist external auditors during audits and interim reviews; coordinate information flow.
• Support SOX 404 processes and procedures.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Project management

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

CPA

Tools

Workiva (Wdesk)

SAP (S/4HANA or ECC)

Equity Edge Online

Job description

Preparedness today, safer tomorrow.

Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life‑saving solutions to communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

JOB SUMMARY

Director level accounting leader focused on SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting and share‑based compensation administration. This person will be responsible for leading a team responsible for the company's external reporting and technical accounting and will perform hands on technical accounting and SEC reporting tasks and support other finance team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead a team to perform SEC reporting, including preparation of Form 10-K and 10-Q, completion of disclosure checklists, data gathering and footnote preparation, discussing comments on various filing documents, and high‑level review of XBRL tagging. Responsible for the timely and accurate filing of all SEC related tasks.
• Support effective preparation of the quarterly earnings releases and other investor relations presentations, 8‑K filings, and disclosure committee materials.
• Ensure all non‑GAAP disclosures are consistent and reported in accordance with SEC regulations.
• Perform technical research on complex accounting and reporting topics, such as revenue and leases, and provide recommendations to reporting under US GAAP.
• Draft, review and maintain global accounting policies and technical accounting memos.
• Keep business partners abreast of developments in accounting and financial reporting and related company policies and positions through review of various publications, training sessions, and other forums.
• Keep current on changes in business and ensure that the accounting assessment is complete through the master issues tracking process.
• Review administrative services for share‑based compensation plans, including Form 4 and Form 3 reporting.
• Provide support to external auditors during audits and interim reviews. Coordinate requests new and challenging areas and manage the flow of information and documentation.
• Assist with the maintenance and updating of Sarbanes‑Oxley 404 processes and procedures.
• Direct various stock plan activities, including annual and recurring grants, vesting, exercises and ESPP administration.
• Other special projects and duties as requested or assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• BA/BS degree or equivalent
• CPA
• Big 4 or large national accounting firm experience
• 8-10 years of relevant experience from public accounting
• Experience working in a corporate financial reporting environment for a large accelerated filer
• Experience working in a technical accounting or similar role
• Excellent understanding of GAAP accounting principles, with a strong knowledge of SEC reporting regulations, lease accounting, stock‑based compensation, and revenue accounting principles
• Experience with Workiva (Wdesk) and SAP (e.g., S/4HANA or ECC) is strongly preferred, with demonstrated ability to leverage these systems to support financial reporting, data integrity, and process efficiency improvements
• Experience managing share‑based compensation administration. Experience with Equity Edge Online a plus.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent project management, oral communication, analytical and written skills.
• Interpersonal skills & personnel management skills, attention to detail, extremely organized and thorough with the desire for continuous improvement.

U.S. BASE PAY RANGES AND BENEFITS INFORMATION

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $178,500 to $216,000. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, and/or long‑term incentives in the form of stock options.

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here: https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

EMERGET BIO SOLUTIONS EEO STATEMENT

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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