Manager, Clinical Trial Accounting

Ocular Therapeutix; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Manager of Clinical Trial Accounting to join their dynamic Finance team. This role is crucial in overseeing the financial aspects of clinical trials, ensuring accuracy in accounting practices, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging their analytical skills and collaborative spirit to foster strong relationships across departments. Join a company that values innovation and creativity, and play a key role in shaping the future of ophthalmic therapies while achieving your career goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with 2 years in clinical trials accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor financial health of clinical trials and vendor contracts.
• Lead implementation of a Clinical Trial Tracking System.
• Assist with audits and maintain SOX compliance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Time Management

Education

BS in Accounting

CPA License

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Auxilius

Job description

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (NASDAQ:OCUL) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the formulation, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for diseases and conditions of the eye using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel-based formulation technology, ELUTYX. Ocular Therapeutix has built a robust product pipeline of drug delivery solutions developed to reduce the complexity and burden of the current standard of care and position itself to become a leader in the ophthalmic space.

Outside of the ophthalmic realm and behind the doors of our headquarters in Bedford, MA, we strive to build a strong culture where employees can flourish and achieve their career goals. We encourage out of the box thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and creativity.

Manager, Clinical Trial Accounting

Reporting to the Executive Director of Accounting & External Reporting, the Manager of Clinical Trial Accounting will be a key member of Ocular's Finance team. This role comprises various aspects within accounting operations, including the monthly and quarterly close around the Company's Clinical Trial Programs. The Manager of Clinical Trial Accounting should be a highly organized and proactive individual with outstanding analytical skills, a strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. They should enjoy working in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Monitor the financial health of the Company's clinical trials, studies, programs, and related vendor contracts (project specifications, units, invoicing, change orders, accounting, and forecasting).
• Build and manage strong relationships with other functions within the Company, including Accounting & Reporting and Clinical Operations, to ensure that accounting-relevant information is shared and processed in a timely manner, including, but not limited to, information regarding accruals.
• Review accounting documentation such as journal entries and account reconciliations for clinical trial accruals and prepayments of the monthly and quarterly close process. Ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation that supports journal entries and account reconciliations to create and maintain an audit trail.
• Lead the implementation and execution of a Clinical Trial Tracking System.
• Perform analytical procedures to explain developments and trends.
• Assist with the quarterly reviews and annual audit, conducted under PCAOB requirements, by interacting directly with the Company's auditors related to clinical trial accruals.
• Maintain an effective control environment (SOX 404) by creating, maintaining, and providing documentation to support the procedures to test design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting as they relate to clinical trials.
• Assist with special or ad-hoc projects as well as other finance-related matters as necessary.

Qualification Requirements:

• BS in Accounting, CPA license a plus.
• 5+ years of relevant and progressive experience, including at least 2 years of experience in a clinical trials accounting team, preferably at a public company.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and accounting pronouncements.
• Working knowledge of SOX.
• Strong organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with, and working knowledge of, both ERP and other financial reporting systems.
• Collaborative and consultative team player who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Working knowledge of Auxilius is a plus, but not required.

Ocular Therapeutix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination. Ocular Therapeutix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran. For information on how Ocular Therapeutix collects, stores, and utilizes candidate information please see our privacy policy found at https://www.ocutx.com/privacy-policy/.