Assoc. Director, Accounting
Assoc. Director, Accounting
BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
United States
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Company
At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst’s US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.biocryst.com.
Job Summary
This is a critical, and highly visible role in the Global Accounting team at BioCryst. The Assoc. Director, Accounting is responsible for accounting operations and related financial / operational internal controls of the Company. In addition, the Assoc. Director, Accounting is responsible for all internal financial reporting and managing a team of Accountants.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.
At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst’s US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.biocryst.com.
Job Summary
This is a critical, and highly visible role in the Global Accounting team at BioCryst. The Assoc. Director, Accounting is responsible for accounting operations and related financial / operational internal controls of the Company. In addition, the Assoc. Director, Accounting is responsible for all internal financial reporting and managing a team of Accountants.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage monthly close activities, including preparing accrual estimates and related journal entries, reconciling balance sheet and P&L accounts, and performing various analytical reviews. Accounting areas include R&D accruals, SG&A accruals, cash.
- Lead and manage a team of accountants; provide direction and coaching.
- Maintain and monitor an effective, SOX compliant internal control structure. Prepare requested analyses, reports and documentation to ensure efficient internal and external audit processes.
- Prepare and compile various periodic reports / analysis, allowing management to make appropriate and timely business decisions.
- Interface with external auditors, tax specialists, and internal auditors.
- Ensure reporting compliance with various census requests and other filings for the Company.
- Identify, develop, implement, and maintain systems, policies and procedures to promote appropriate internal controls, best practices and efficient and cost-effective processes.
- Monitor areas of responsibility on a continual basis to identify process and efficiency improvements (e.g., automation).
- Complete various other ad-hoc analyses as directed by the Executive Director and other members of the Finance department.
- Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance (MBA a plus) with 8 or more years of total accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active CPA license required
- Big 4 audit experience required (3 years strongly preferred)
- 5-7 years of accounting and financial process experience
- Experience working with a global, publicly traded company
- Strong understanding of general accounting standards and principles including foreign exchange and global consolidations
- Previous hands-on experience for R&D accruals and SG&A accruals in a life sciences company
- Results-driven, team-oriented member/leader that is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thorough with an exceptional ability to follow projects through to completion
- Articulate and professional with excellent people skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic
- Experience with Oracle Fusion preferred
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and close management tools
BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance -
Industries
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