Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

IDEAYA Biosciences; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k

Employee stock options

Wellness programs

Job summary

IDEAYA Biosciences in South San Francisco is seeking a Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting to lead external reporting, technical accounting, and financial compliance in a fast-paced environment. This role drives the preparation of SEC filings, supports the SOX program, and oversees equity accounting with cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will bring deep GAAP knowledge and strong communication, project management, and leadership skills to partner with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and CPA license required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, biotech preferred.
• Strong U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and close processes knowledge.
• Experience preparing 10-K/10-Q and external-audit documentation.
• Knowledge of stock-based compensation, EPS, and equity transactions.
• SOX controls experience and public-company reporting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end preparation, review, and filing of Forms 10-K and 10-Q and other SEC filings.
• Own external reporting components: financials, footnotes, MD&A, disclosures.
• Manage quarterly/annual calendar and cross-functional inputs; resolve issues.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and present conclusions to management/auditors.
• Monitor new GAAP/SEC rules; implement and update disclosures as needed.
• Prepare materials for Audit Committee and Board; liaise with external auditors.
• Support SOX program; evaluate controls and improve documentation and processes.
• Oversee equity accounting, stock-based compensation, EPS, and related disclosures.
• Coordinate stock administration with HR, transfer agents, and equity platforms.
• Collaborate with tax advisors on provision support and compliance needs.
• Assist month-end/quarter-end close; identify process improvements and automation.
• Provide coaching and leadership to team members and external service providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Tools

NetSuite

Equity administration platform

SEC reporting software

Job description

Job Summary

About IDEAYA Biosciences:
IDEAYA is a precision medicine oncology company committed to the discovery, development, and commercialization of transformative therapies for cancer. Our approach integrates expertise in small‑ molecule drug discovery, structural biology and bioinformatics with robust internal capabilities in identifying and validating translational biomarkers to develop tailored, potentially first‑in‑class targeted therapies aligned to the genetic drivers of disease. We have built a deep pipeline of product candidates focused on synthetic lethality and antibody‑drug conjugates, or ADCs, for molecularly defined solid tumor indications. Our mission is to bring forth the next wave of precision oncology therapies that are more selective, more effective, and deeply personalized with the goal of altering the course of disease and improving clinical outcomes for patients with cancer.
When you're at IDEAYA, you will be in the midst of brilliant minds working on precision medicine therapies to help cancer patients. We are passionate and committed about being on the forefront of oncology medicine, which means we all have a high internal drive that is at the very core of every person at IDEAYA. We are inquisitive, ask deep questions, and are data‑driven innovators who like to collaborate and use team work to move science forward. For more information, please see www.ideayabio.com.
Location: South San Francisco, CA.

Position Summary

IDEAYA is seeking a Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting to join the Finance team. The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will play a key leadership role in IDEAYA’s external reporting, technical accounting, and financial compliance activities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, this individual will lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, evaluate complex transactions under U.S. GAAP, support the Company’s SOX program, and oversee equity accounting and related reporting. The role requires strong technical judgment, disciplined project management, and the ability to communicate clearly with executive leadership, external auditors, and cross‑functional partners.
The successful candidate will be a hands‑on leader who can operate effectively in a fast‑paced public‑company environment, improve processes and controls, and develop scalable reporting practices as IDEAYA continues to grow.
This position is based in our South San Francisco headquarter office and required to be onsite four days per week per our company policy.
Reporting to: Senior Director, Finance.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

• Lead the end‑to‑end preparation, review, and filing of Forms 10‑K and 10‑Q, and support other SEC filings, including Forms 8‑K and the annual proxy statement.
• Own key components of the external reporting process, including financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, disclosure checklists, tie‑out documentation, and supporting workpapers.
• Establish and manage the quarterly and annual reporting calendar, coordinate inputs across functions, and drive timely resolution of review comments and open items.
• Research, analyze, and document complex accounting matters and significant transactions; prepare high‑quality technical accounting memoranda and present conclusions to management and external auditors.
• Monitor new and proposed U.S. GAAP accounting standards, SEC rules, and disclosure requirements; assess potential impacts and lead implementation and related disclosure updates.
• Prepare and review materials for the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management related to financial reporting, technical accounting, and control matters.
• Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, including coordination of requests, technical consultations, and issue resolution.
• Support the Company’s SOX compliance program by evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, improving documentation, and partnering with process owners and internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee equity accounting and reporting, including stock‑based compensation, earnings per share, weighted‑average shares, diluted share calculations, and equity‑related disclosures.
• Provide oversight of stock administration activities and coordinate with the transfer agent, equity platform provider, Human Resources, Legal on equity matters.
• Partner with third‑party advisors on selected corporate tax matters, including provision support, and other compliance or reporting needs.
• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities for areas within scope.
• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes, strengthen controls, improve data quality, and enhance the scalability of accounting operations and systems.
• Provide coaching, review, and project leadership to team members and external service providers; help foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; active CPA license required.
• 8 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of public accounting and public‑company industry experience; biotechnology or life sciences experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, financial statement presentation, and disclosure practices.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10‑K and 10‑Q, technical accounting memoranda, and supporting documentation for external audits.
• Experience with complex accounting areas such as stock‑based compensation, earnings per share, equity transactions, collaboration arrangements, leases, and other significant or non‑routine transactions.
• Strong understanding of SOX‑compliant processes, internal controls, and public‑company close and reporting environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear, decision‑useful conclusions.
• Strong organizational and project‑management skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative, solutions‑oriented leadership style and the ability to work effectively across Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Tax, FP&A, Investor Relations, and other functions.
• Experience with NetSuite, an equity administration platform, and SEC reporting software is preferred.

All employees are expected to act with integrity and in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and IDEAYA policies, including IDEAYA’s Code of Conduct.
Employees must demonstrate good judgement and ethical behavior in all business activities, maintain patient and product safety as a top priority, and report any suspected violations of law or Company policy through appropriate channels.

Total Rewards

Along with our inspiring mission, and highly collaborative and inclusive environment, IDEAYA offers a competitive total rewards package that reflects our pay‑for‑performance philosophy where employees are eligible to be considered for merit‑based salary increases, company discretionary short‑term incentive plan participation, and company discretionary stock option awards (based on board approval). Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, medical/dental/vision coverage (100% company paid for employees and 90% company paid for dependents), 401k, ESPP, and wellness programs. The expected salary range for the role of Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting is $162,000 - $200,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the office location where this open position is located, the final candidate’s experience within their profession, experience in the disease areas we are striving to make an impact in as a company, length of time within the industry, educational background, and performance during the interview process.

The Company complies with all laws respecting equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants with regard to any protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, and local law. This position requires you to work onsite in the office at the Company’s facilities for training & meetings, with work‑from‑home flexibility, and the Company requires that all employees working in its facilities be fully vaccinated (except as required by applicable law). Therefore, this position requires you to be fully vaccinated from COVID‑19, subject to reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons, and/or as otherwise required by applicable law. The Company considers you fully vaccinated once 14 days have passed since you received either the second dose in a two‑dose COVID‑19 vaccine series or a single‑dose COVID‑19 vaccine. The vaccine must have been FDA approved, have emergency use authorization from the FDA, or, for persons fully vaccinated outside of the U.S., be listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization.

IDEAYA is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, IDEAYA does not discriminate in hiring or otherwise in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/AA/Vets.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].