Financial Controller

Hemab Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company is seeking a Financial Controller to lead compliance with accounting and reporting requirements. This role is crucial in supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits. Responsibilities include driving PCAOB audit readiness, maintaining SOX-compliant internal controls, and providing technical accounting expertise. Candidates should have a CPA, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and over 10 years of experience in progressive finance roles. Advanced Excel skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Significant experience in transformative capital transactions.
• Experience partnering with external auditors and investment banks.

Responsibilities

• Drive compliance with accounting and reporting requirements.
• Own PCAOB audit readiness and execution.
• Actively participate in building a SOX-compliant framework.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

PCAOB audit standards

SOX-compliant internal controls

Advanced Excel skills

Education

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

CPA

Job description

Hemab is entering an exciting phase of growth. We are seeking a Financial Controller to drive compliance with the accounting and reporting requirements and will play a crucial role in supporting the execution of quarterly reviews and annual audits and will serve as a key team player in the finance team.

Responsibilities

Transaction Execution & Regulatory Filing Support

• Own PCAOB audit readiness and execution, including auditor selection, coordination, and resolution of complex accounting and audit issues.
• Serve as the reporting lead for regulatory filings, including preparation and coordination of financial statements and related disclosures.
• Support financial disclosures, including technical accounting analysis, complex transactions, and pro forma financial information.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality responses to auditors, counsels and financial advisors, aligned with robust standards and expectations.

Reporting, SOX, and Internal Controls

• Play a key role in the preparation and review of filings or disclosures per any regulatory and/or contractual reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable disclosure frameworks.
• Actively participate in the build out of a SOX-compliant framework, addressing ongoing compliance, controls, and risk management matters.
• Co-work with the finance lead of SOX compliance efforts, including control design, documentation, testing, remediation, training, and ongoing monitoring incl establishing a scalable internal control framework.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to standardize processes, improve controls, and enhance financial reporting quality.
• Maintain responsibility for an effective and accurate period close, working closely with the business on accruals accounting for 3rd party vendors on CRO/CDMO’s.

Technical Accounting, Risk Management & Special Projects

• Provide technical accounting expertise, including research and implementation of new accounting standards and evaluation of complex transactions.
• Support business development activities by identifying and resolving accounting considerations related to partnerships, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Compensation & Benefits teams on equity, share-based compensation, and related accounting matters.
• Lead or support special projects and cross-functional initiatives as identified by finance leadership.

Required Qualifications

• CPA required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Significant experience supporting transformative capital transactions including with corresponding internal control or accounting changes (e.g., IPO execution, reverse merger, spin off, or other experience,).
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and PCAOB audit standards.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and operating SOX-compliant internal controls in a fast-growing environment.
• Strong technical accounting background, with the ability to research, interpret, and apply new accounting standards and complex transactions.
• Experience partnering with external auditors, legal counsel, tax advisors, and investment banks.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with evolving systems, processes, and data sets.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in a high-growth startup or private company environment.
• Life sciences, biotech, or similar R&D industry experience a plus.
• Experience building or scaling accounting teams and processes from an early-stage foundation.
• Experience with equity accounting and share-based compensation.