SEC Reporting and SOX Compliance Manager

Janux Therapeutics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a diligent SEC Reporting and SOX Compliance Manager to oversee critical financial reporting and compliance functions. In this pivotal role, you will ensure timely and accurate SEC filings, develop internal controls for SOX compliance, and collaborate across departments to mitigate risks. Your expertise in SEC regulations and GAAP will be vital as you conduct technical accounting research and support audits. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the financial integrity of the organization and help shape its future in the biotechnology sector.

Benefits

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Flexible vacation

Sick time

Incentive stock option plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in public accounting or biotech/pharmaceutical companies.
• Strong understanding of SEC regulations and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage SEC reporting and SOX compliance functions effectively.
• Prepare SEC filings and assist in financial statement preparation.
• Conduct risk assessments and collaborate with auditors.

Skills

SEC regulations knowledge

GAAP compliance

SOX compliance

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field

Active CPA

Tools

ActiveDisclosure

NetSuite

Job description

The SEC Reporting and SOX Compliance Manager will be responsible for managing the company's SEC reporting and SOX compliance functions. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely preparation and filing of financial reports with the SEC, as well as developing and maintaining internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX regulations. This role will also be involved in performing technical accounting research and preparing accounting memos. The manager will collaborate with various departments to identify and mitigate risks, ensure accurate financial reporting and support internal and external audits.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Prepare SEC filings including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, Annual Proxy statements and other required filings, including review of XBRL tagging.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and US GAAP requirements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX regulations.
• Coordinate annual audit and quarterly review procedures with external auditors by maintaining PBC deliverables, including GAAP checklists, financial statement analytics, related party listings and other items.
• Conduct risk assessments of financial reporting processes and systems.
• Coordinate with business process owners and control owners to ensure compliance with SOX regulations.
• Evaluate control deficiencies and track remediation to completion.
• Provide training and support to stakeholders on internal control requirements, design and ownership.
• Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare technical accounting memos for significant contracts, transactions, and implementation of new accounting standards as needed.
• Assist with monthly accounting close duties by preparing certain journal entries and reconciliations as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations, required processes, and industry standards.
• Other duties as required.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Active CPA required.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience within U.S. public companies, public accounting or U.S. public biotechnology, pharmaceutical and/or CRO/CDMO is a must.
• Candidates with direct experience working within a biotechnology or pharmaceutical organization will be given preference.
• Strong understanding of SEC regulations, GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Experience working with financial reporting software (e.g., ActiveDisclosure) and NetSuite preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple priorities.

$124,000 - $145,000 a year

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401K
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental disability insurance plans
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Flexible vacation
• Sick time
• Incentive stock option plan
• Relocation assistance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work authorization: United States (Required)

Work Location: On site (San Diego, CA)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Janux Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment and discrimination based upon a protected category, as well as an environment free from retaliation for protected activity.