Director, Finance

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• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses for executive and board-level review.
• Partner closely with company leadership to develop budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Manage external audit processes and relationships with accounting firms, tax advisors, banks, and other financial partners.
• Implement scalable accounting systems and processes aligned with company growth and increasing complexity.
• Support strategic initiatives, including fundraising and financial due diligence for partnerships or acquisitions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and R&D to align financial practices with business needs.
• Along with the technical team, evaluate and implement key AI processes to automate repetitive accounting tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership in a Controller or Assistant Controller capacity.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems implementation.
• Proven experience managing audits, establishing compliant accounting policies, and scaling processes for growth.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-growth environment.

• CPA
• Hands‑on experience with cost accounting and cost analysis for clinical diagnostic products
• Experience in life sciences, diagnostics, or technology industries.
• Prior experience in a venture‑backed, pre‑commercial or early‑revenue company.
• Familiarity with ERP implementation and system integration (e.g., Net Suite, Adaptive, or similar platforms).
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA).

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Director

Full-time

Finance and Sales

Biotechnology

Compensation Range: $225K - $240K