Senior Director, SEC Reporting & SOX

Eikon Therapeutics, Inc.; Millbrae (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 256,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical insurance premiums covered at 95%

Generous paid time off

Daily subsidized lunch program

Job summary

Eikon Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director for SEC Reporting & SOX to lead external reporting and compliance. This position entails strategy development for SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and overarching governance while working closely with executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in SEC reporting and technical accounting within the biotech or life sciences industries, along with a strong leadership background. The role offers a competitive salary from $235,000 to $256,500, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in finance and accounting.
• 12+ years in public accounting or related industry experience.
• Experience in biotech or life sciences strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SEC reporting strategy and filings such as 10-K, 10-Q.
• Coordinate with internal teams for data collection.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors.
• Establish and evolve SOX compliance framework.
• Provide insight on financial reporting and compliance matters.

Skills

SEC reporting

SOX compliance

Technical accounting

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting

Post-graduate degree in Finance and Accounting

Tools

SAP S4/Hana

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Job description

Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life‑threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real‑time, molecular‑resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.

Position

Eikon Therapeutics is seeking its first Senior Director, SEC Reporting & SOX to lead and scale the company’s external reporting, internal controls and technical accounting. This highly visible role will set strategy, vision, and direction for SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and financial governance, translating company objectives into scalable, cross‑functional execution. The Senior Director will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, anticipating regulatory and market factors that may impact the company’s position over the long term. This role requires the ability to operate autonomously, make decisions with multi‑year impact, and coordinate simultaneous initiatives across the organization.

About You

You are a strategic, hands‑on leader with deep expertise in SEC reporting, SOX and technical accounting who thrives in evolving, high‑growth environments. You are comfortable working with abstract concepts and ambiguity, and you translate complexity into clear strategy and execution. You bring sound judgment and understand that decisions in this role may have long‑term implications for the company’s success. You are expected to partner with leaders cross‑functionally and at varying levels within the company to better understand departmental operations and controls. You are a collaborative and influential partner who communicates with credibility and confidence, effectively engaging executive leadership and external stakeholders. You enjoy implementing systems and scalable processes, and balance rigor and compliance with pragmatism appropriate to the company’s stage.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the company’s SEC reporting strategy and execution, including preparation and review of Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements and other required filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as Legal, FP&A, and Stock Administration to collect required data for disclosures.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors by providing support schedules, documentation, and responses during audits and reviews.
• Prepare and review external reporting components tied to the close process, including cash flow statements, equity, and share‑based compensation.
• Establish, implement, and continuously evolve a Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance framework, including risk assessment, control design, documentation, testing, remediation, and optimization as the company scales.
• Develop and implement company‑wide policies, practices, and governance structures related to financial reporting and internal controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business needs.
• Execute the company’s SOX compliance program and assist with conducting audits of select operational, information technology, and compliance processes in a timely manner.
• Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing insight, guidance, and influence on financial reporting, compliance, and risk management matters.
• Serve as a technical accounting expert – proactively evaluate complex transactions and provide technical accounting guidance and disclosure recommendations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Anticipate regulatory, operational, and organizational factors that could influence reporting strategy and company positioning, and proactively recommend solutions.
• Stay current on FASB and SEC pronouncements and interpret impact to the company in partnership with internal partners and external auditors and identify, research, and prepare technical memoranda for complex transactions.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors and advisors to ensure cohesive execution and shared ownership of outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the SEC reporting and SOX organization, directly or through subordinate leaders, fostering high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee external audit relationships and third‑party advisors, ensuring effective coordination and high‑quality deliverables.
• Drive initiatives that solve company‑wide, cross‑functional challenges, balancing speed, accuracy, and long‑term sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of experience or a post‑graduate degree in Finance and Accounting.
• 12+ years of experience in public accounting and/or related industry experience.
• 6+ years with a technical accounting focus; deep technical proficiency across various areas of US GAAP and ability to research independently.
• Extensive experience leading SEC reporting and SOX compliance in a public or recently public company; biotech or life sciences experience strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of working with abstract, complex issues and translating them into actionable strategy and execution.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience building and scaling teams, systems, and processes in high‑growth, evolving environments.
• Exceptional communication, influence, and negotiation skills, with the ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Sound judgment and decision‑making skills, recognizing that actions and recommendations may have long‑term impact on the company’s success.
• Experience with SAP S4/Hana and ActiveDisclosure preferred.
• CPA, CIA or similar certification preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%).
• Mental health and wellness benefits.
• Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns.
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
• Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee‑paid life/AD&D policies.
• Enhanced parental leave benefit.
• Daily subsidized lunch program when on‑site.

The expected salary range for this role is $235,000 to $256,500 depending on skills, competency, and market demand for your expertise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.