Director, External Reporting & Compliance

Hybrid, well funded, new position

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Dylan Currier
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Salary: $225,000 - $275,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-funded, high-growth pre-IPO biotechnology company advancing innovative therapies to address significant unmet medical needs. Following a recent successful financing round, the company is entering a critical phase of expansion as we prepare for a public offering. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organization at an inflection point and play a key leadership role in building a public-company–ready finance infrastructure.

Why join us?

Opportunity to play a foundational role in preparing a company for IPO.
Strong financial backing and leadership committed to growth and innovation.
Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on scientific advancement and patient impact.
Competitive compensation, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits.

Job Details

The Director of External Reporting & Compliance will lead the company’s SEC reporting, technical accounting, and SOX compliance initiatives in preparation for an IPO. This individual will be instrumental in establishing scalable financial reporting processes, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring readiness for public company requirements.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep SEC reporting experience, strong technical accounting expertise, and a track record of implementing and maintaining SOX-compliant control environments—preferably within life sciences, biotech, or other high-growth environments.

Key Responsibilities
IPO Readiness & SEC Reporting
Lead preparation and review of SEC filings, including S-1, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other required filings.
Oversee drafting of financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and related disclosures in compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.
Partner cross-functionally (legal, FP&A, investor relations, executive leadership) to support IPO readiness and public company reporting requirements.
Manage external auditors and advisors through the IPO process.
Technical Accounting
Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards and complex transactions (equity, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, leases, debt, etc.).
Draft technical accounting memos and maintain documentation supporting accounting positions.
Provide guidance to leadership on accounting implications of strategic initiatives and business transactions.
SOX & Internal Controls
Design, implement, and maintain a scalable SOX 404-compliant internal control framework.
Perform risk assessments and identify control gaps; drive remediation efforts.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure effective testing and documentation of controls.
Leadership & Process Improvement
Build and mentor a high-performing external reporting and compliance team as the company grows.
Implement systems, tools, and processes to support public-company reporting requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting timelines, accuracy, and transparency.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required).
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and industry experience.
Demonstrated experience preparing SEC filings and supporting or leading IPO readiness initiatives.
Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX 404 compliance.

Experience with in biotechnology, life sciences, or other high-growth, pre-IPO environments strongly preferred.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting technical accounting memos and disclosures.
Hands-on mindset with the ability to operate strategically and tactically in a dynamic environment.

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