Senior Manager, External Reporting

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 139,400 - 188,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and wellness days

Job summary

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Manager for External Reporting to lead the preparation and filing of SEC reports and oversee compensation accounting.

This hybrid role requires strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting, as well as 7+ years of experience in public accounting. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Finance and ensure accurate disclosures across various functions.

The role also offers a robust Total Rewards package, including comprehensive benefits and an annual short-term incentive award.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports including financial statements.
• Manage external reporting calendar and coordinate cross‑functional inputs.
• Oversee compensation accounting, including stock‑based compensation.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SEC reporting

SOX compliance

Public accounting

Detail-oriented

Team management

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting

CPAs

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Manager, External Reporting, to join our Accounting and External Reporting team. This role leads the preparation and filing of SEC reports and managing compensation accounting, including stock-based compensation.

The Senior Manager will partner closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant external reporting. This is a hands‑on role suited for a detail‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. This position reports to the Assistant Controller and works closely with Legal, Tax, Treasury, Finance, and Human Resources.

This position is hybrid and will be primarily located in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K), including financial statements, footnote disclosures, and MD&A
• Manage the external reporting calendar and coordinate cross‑functional inputs to meet deadlines
• Support quarterly earnings releases, investor decks, and other external communications
• Assist with proxy statement preparation, including all calculations presented in the Compensation Discussion & Analysis disclosures
• Support technical accounting research for significant or non‑routine transactions
• Oversee compensation accounting, including stock‑based compensation, incentive programs, and payroll accruals
• Develop and maintain appropriate internal controls as business process owner, with documentation supporting Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance
• Identify and drive process improvements, including automation and workflow enhancements
• Partner with external auditors and support preparation of disclosure and audit committee presentations
• Collaborate with Accounting, Legal, Tax, Treasury, Finance, and HR to ensure accurate disclosures
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members
• Support special projects and other external reporting initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting preferred
• CPA required
• 7+ years of experience in public accounting and/or industry
• Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance
• Global clinical and commercial biotech experience preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information

U.S. Pay Range

$139,400.00 - $188,600.00

The pay range reflects the full‑time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short‑term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long‑term incentive award (e.g., equity).

Alnylam's robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well‑being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k) with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company‑wide recharge breaks. We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well‑being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together.

Learn more about these and additional benefits offered by Alnylam by visiting the Benefits section of the Careers website: https://www.alnylam.com/careers

At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy status or related conditions, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital or familial status, political affiliation, age, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. Alnylam is an E-Verify Employer.