The Controller is primarily responsible for accounting operations: financial close process and SEC filings, revenue recognition and gross-to-net calculations, cash and AR management, general ledger activities, technical accounting, payroll, SOX/internal controls, audit and tax oversight and support.
The Controller manages, provides leadership and oversight for all these essential functions, and is willing to “roll-up sleeves” and be hands-on.Major Duties/Responsibilities* Financial Close
– lead the team’s processes, prepare and analyze the financial statements, department reports and supporting calculations* Manage the Gross-to-Net calculation performed by third-party specialist, ensuring that all relevant information is considered; perform validation and recalculation of inputs and outputs; coordinate with external financial auditors in their GTN audit procedures and process* Primary responsibility for SEC reporting, including preparation of Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, proxy statement and related disclosures and MD&A, including XBRL compliance* Oversee accuracy and completeness of all General Ledger activities –
– post monthly journal entries, perform or review account reconciliations, and variance analysis; maintain chart of accounts* Provide in-depth mentoring and development for direct reports* Review contracts (license agreements, debt agreements, etc.) for proper accounting treatment* Lead technical accounting for revenue, stock compensation, and related areas* Manage compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings* Audit
– lead the quarterly and annual SOX and financial statement audit, preparing schedules as requested by internal and external auditors, coordinating timing of year-end financial statement audit, and responding to auditor inquiries* Supervise cash, A/R, A/P, payroll, fixed assets and accruals* Other duties as assignedSkills & Abilities* Biotechnology industry experience required* Proven experience working in a team under pressure to meet deadlines* Strong technical accounting and research skills
– ability to research and conclude on complex accounting issues, including revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, contingencies and debt agreements and amendments* Strong leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills* Communication
– ability to clearly and informatively communicate both verbally and in writing* Expertise in spreadsheets, pivot tables and data analysis* Oracle financials and PBCS experience preferredEducation & Professional Experience* BA/BS degree and CPA or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred* Big Four public accounting and SEC reporting experience preferred* 8-10 years of biotech industry experience required* 5+ years of supervisory experience required* Proven biotech industry experience as Controller, Assistant Controller or similar role* Experience managing relationships with external auditors* Financial systems and process improvement experiencePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this position.The physical demands of the office are normally associated with extended amounts of time sitting and using office equipment, including a computer, keyboard and mouse, which can cause muscle strain.
While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position.
Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
This position regularly requires long hours and may require weekend work.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that ae required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.TravelTravel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Travel may be required (up to 10%).Equal Opportunity EmployerPuma Biotechnology Inc is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.