Assistant Controller

Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will lead monthly, quarterly and annual close processes and ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data.  The candidate will have a strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and demonstrated success scaling accounting operations and improving processes within a fast-paced, evolving organization.

The candidate will join a Finance team that values integrity, inclusiveness, executing for results, success as a team, and strong customer service. This is a hybrid role reporting to our Lexington, MA office, and the candidate is expected to be on site at least 3 days per week.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial records and reporting in accordance with US GAAP, legal requirements, and Company policies.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting reports with a focus on precision and data integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage revenue recognition for collaboration and milestone arrangements in accordance with U.S GAAP.
• Collaborate with Finance team members to prepare internal management reporting packages and various ad-hoc analyses that support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze and provide commentary on balance sheet and income statement variances, highlighting key drivers and trends.
• Manage corporate consolidations, including oversight of subsidiary reporting requirements and elimination entries.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including maintenance of the fixed asset subledger, application of capitalization policies, calculation of monthly depreciation, and preparation of related close schedules.
• Ensure proper documentation and control over accounting records, maintaining support required for legal, regulatory, and audit compliance.
• Support quarterly reviews and annual financial statement audits and assist with other ad hoc projects as directed by the Controller.
• Prepare annual regulatory reports and filings, such as property tax and other required submissions.
• Identify emerging business, operational, or technical risks and incorporate relevant updates into SOX compliance program documentation in a timely manner.
• Lead the preparation of the annual SOX risk assessment, including determining materiality thresholds, identifying in-scope processes, and mapping significant accounts to key assertions and controls.
• Interface with external auditors for annual audits, quarterly reviews, and internal control testing, ensuring timely delivery of required schedules and documentation.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses in support of finance department priorities and broader company initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA required.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years of Big Four public accounting.
• Life sciences or biotech industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Valo’s finance systems a plus, including NetSuite, FloQast, Prendio, and Adaptive Insights.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and comfort applying it within a fast-paced, evolving organization.
• Demonstrated ability to scale accounting operations, improve processes, and take on expanded responsibilities as the company grows in size and complexity.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to mentor and develop staff as the finance function evolves.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for building scalable, high-performing finance processes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and strong commitment to ethical behavior and compliance with all policies and regulations.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues proactively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality, accurate financial data.
• Team-oriented and adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic biotech environment with evolving priorities and timelines.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.