Manager, Financial Reporting

tonixpharmaceuticals; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Tonix Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Manager of Financial Reporting to oversee the company's external financial reporting and SEC compliance. This role will prepare and review SEC filings, maintain accounting memos, and collaborate with finance, legal, investor relations, and external auditors.

Strong SEC expertise and Big Four background are required. The ideal candidate will lead a cross-functional team, ensure timely filings, and drive enhancements to reporting processes in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with SEC reporting tools.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of direct SEC reporting experience with responsibility for Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and Proxy Statements.
• Big Four public accounting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements).
• Prepare SEC support schedules, checklists, and calendars.
• Draft technical accounting memos and conclusions under U.S. GAAP and SEC rules.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SEC reporting tools

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Tonix Pharmaceuticals* is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on central nervous system (CNS) and immunology treatments in areas of high unmet medical need. TONMYA® (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets 2.8 mg) is the first new treatment for fibromyalgia in adults in more than 15 years. Tonix's CNS commercial infrastructure supports its marketed products, including its acute migraine products, Zembrace® Symtouch® (sumatriptan injection 3 mg) and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray 10 mg). Tonix is investigating TONMYA® in Phase 2 clinical trials to evaluate its potential in major depressive disorder and acute stress disorder/acute stress reaction. Tonix is also advancing a pipeline of immunology programs, including TNX-4800, a Phase 2 ready long-acting human anti- Borrelia OspA monoclonal antibody (mAb) for the prevention of Lyme disease in the U.S., and TNX-1500, a Phase 2 ready third-generation CD40 ligand inhibitor for the prevention of kidney transplant rejection. In addition, the Company is progressing TNX-2900 (intranasal potentiated oxytocin), which is Phase 2 ready for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome, a rare disease. To learn more, visit www.tonixpharma.com and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X .

*Tonix's product development candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics; their efficacy and safety have not been established and have not been approved for any indication.

Zembrace SymTouch and Tosymra are registered trademarks of Tonix Medicines. TONMYA is a registered trademark of Tonix Pharma Limited. All other marks are property of their respective owners.

Position Overview

Tonix Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Manager, Financial Reporting to lead and manage the Company's external financial reporting process and SEC compliance activities. This role will be responsible for preparing and reviewing SEC filings, maintaining technical accounting documentation, supporting ad hoc reporting and analysis, and partnering cross-functionally with finance, legal, investor relations, and external auditors. The ideal candidate possesses deep SEC reporting expertise, strong technical accounting knowledge, and prior Big Four public accounting experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements, Section 16 filings, and other required disclosures.
• Prepare and maintain SEC reporting support schedules, disclosure checklists, and reporting calendars.
• Draft, update, and maintain technical accounting memos documenting the Company's accounting positions and conclusions under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Research and evaluate complex accounting issues, new accounting standards, and SEC reporting requirements and write technical memos.
• Coordinate information gathering and review processes with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Manage XBRL tagging review and support SEC filing submissions.
• Assist with quarterly earnings support materials and investor reporting requirements.
• Support the annual audit and quarterly review processes, including preparation of auditor deliverables.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses, board reporting materials, and management presentations.
• Support SOX compliance activities and internal control documentation related to financial reporting.
• Monitor emerging accounting and SEC developments and assess potential impacts to the Company.
• Drive process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with SEC reporting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced public company environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and public company reporting requirements
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of direct SEC reporting experience with responsibility for Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and Proxy Statements.
• Big Four public accounting experience required.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and accounting position papers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry experience.
• Experience with equity accounting, stock compensation, and SEC disclosure requirements.
• Experience with implementation of SEC reporting software and or ERP system
• Prior experience supporting SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.

Salary Range $100,000 - $133,000 USD

* Please note that Tonix does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition.