SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Consultant

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail‑oriented technical accounting professional to help build the reporting infrastructure for a fast‑growing biotech company preparing for a public offering. The consultant will lead SEC compliance, drive technical accounting research, and support financial stewardship across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end preparation, drafting and filing of SEC forms (10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, DEF14A).
• Own month‑end and quarter‑end clinical accrual processes, partnering with CROs and CMOs.
• Manage Section 16 compliance, preparing Forms 3, 4, 5 for officers and directors.
• Research and implement new accounting standards (e.g., ASC 606, ASC 842) and draft technical memos.
• Design, implement and operate SOX 404 controls and ICFR documentation.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors, managing PBC lists and audit coordination.
• Oversee equity administration platforms (Carta, Shareworks) and ASC 718 stock‑based compensation accounting.
• Drive implementation and optimization of reporting tools (Workiva, DFIN) and enhance NetSuite automation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA license preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big Four public‑accounting background.
• Experience in a public‑ready or public biotech/life‑sciences company; IPO preparation a plus.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations and SOX 404 requirements.
• Deep familiarity with NetSuite and external reporting platforms such as Workiva or DFIN.
• Proven ability to translate complex accounting concepts into clear written and verbal summaries for finance leadership.

Required skills

• US GAAP
• SEC reporting regulations
• SOX 404 compliance
• NetSuite ERP
• Workiva reporting platform
• DFIN reporting platform
• ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718 standards
• Equity administration tools (Carta, Shareworks)