Amylyx was started in 2013 by two Brown University students who had an ambitious goal: to improve the lives of people with neurodegenerative diseases by addressing the root cause.
Today, Amylyx is a pharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that is dedicated to the discovery and development of potential treatments for diseases including Wolfram syndrome, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). At Amylyx, we’re bringing together talented people like you who are guided by our values to be Audacious, Curious, Authentic, Engaging and Accountable. Our mission would not be possible without each individual perspective within our team. It's a culture that uses unconventional thinking for unsolved problems.
Rediscover your purpose and reimagine your career at a company whose founders, mission, and culture are unlike any other in life sciences—in all the best ways.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Head, Corporate Accounting, this position provides in-depth technical accounting support to the organization and is pivotal in the preparation, review, and filing of public documents and correspondence with the SEC. This role is instrumental in leading the Company’s compliance efforts related to Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and acts as a key technical accounting resource for the finance department. The ideal candidate will be a certified public accountant with a blend of Big 4 public accounting experience and expertise from the corporate accounting department of a publicly traded life sciences organization.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the entire process for SEC filings, including but not limited to 10-Ks, 10-Qs, Proxy Statements, and 8-Ks
- Spearhead technical accounting research and assessments in areas such as revenue recognition, business development activities, and other significant non-routine transactions
- Support the internal SOX and external audit requirements, coordinating where possible to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate accounting treatment of contracts, and prepare comprehensive memos and analyses to support conclusions and facilitate implementation of solutions
- Monitor, interpret and implement new accounting standards
- Prepare and review both financial and non-financial information for dissemination to investors and other stakeholders, including quarterly earnings releases
- Manage stock compensation and equity accounting, including the development of assumptions and review of expense calculations
- Assist in the preparation and review of non-recurring and complex journal entries, ensuring the accurate reflection of unique transactions and events
- Offer accounting support for special projects and ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
- 8+ years of combined public accounting and public biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry accounting experience
- CPA
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Big 4 public accounting firm experience
- Experience in the corporate accounting department of a publicly traded life sciences company
- Experience with financial reporting software such as ActiveDisclosure
- Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite preferred
- A strong grasp of US GAAP, SOX, and SEC reporting requirements
- Strong technical accounting skills, including the ability to independently research and interpret accounting literature
- Strong attention to detail, decision-making, time management and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
WORK LOCATION AND CONDITIONS
- This is a remote friendly role, but you must reside and work within the United States, and in a state where Amylyx currently does business, to be considered. Any change in your remote location must be approved by Amylyx
- You will be required to follow Amylyx’s Remote Work Policy which includes:
- traveling to our corporate location in Cambridge, MA several times a year and attending other company-related events as necessary and requested, which may include travel by air, driving, or public transportation.
- working in a setting that meets all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to communicate via video conference, etc.) at your remote location
- Information security protocols and steps to maintain confidentiality of Amylyx information, technology, and materials.
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Amylyx is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical matters), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Accommodations are available for candidates who require them in our selection process. If you need an accommodation, please let your Amylyx Talent Acquisition contact know.
What We Do
Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global company committed to the mission of discovery and development of treatments for relentless and progressing neurodegenerative diseases. We work collaboratively across everything we do, aspiring to help support and create #MoreMoments for the neurodegenerative disease community. Community Guidelines: https://bit.ly/3C1v1wz
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