JOB SUMMARYWe are hiring an Associate Director, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting, to join the growing Finance Team at Iambic, an innovative biotech company redefining drug discovery and development by applying industry-leading AI and Machine Learning technology. Reporting to the Controller/Director of Accounting, this role will be responsible for leading all external financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, provide technical accounting leadership on complex transactions, and oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of the Company's SOX program. This position will be hybrid and based in our San Diego Headquarters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead the Company's SEC reporting strategy and execution, including the end-to-end preparation, review, and timely filing of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, the annual proxy statement, and other required SEC filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Own key components of the external reporting process, including primary financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, disclosure checklists, XBRL tagging, tie-out documentation, and supporting workpapers.
- Establish and manage the quarterly and annual reporting calendar, coordinate inputs across functions, and drive timely resolution of review comments and open items.
- Coordinate with internal teams such as Legal, Equity Administration, FP&A and Human Resources to collect required data for disclosures and ensure information is shared timely.
- Prepare and review materials for the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management related to financial reporting, technical accounting, and internal control matters.
- Serve as the Company's technical accounting subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, proactively evaluating complex transactions and providing technical accounting guidance and disclosure recommendations.
- Research, interpret, and document conclusions on complex accounting matters and significant transactions, including collaboration and licensing arrangements, business development transactions, equity financings, stock-based compensation, leases, earnings per share, and other complex or non-routine areas.
- Stay current on FASB, SEC, and PCAOB pronouncements and interpret their impact on the Company in partnership with internal stakeholders and external auditors; lead adoption and implementation of new standards and related disclosure updates.
- Establish, implement, and continuously evolve the Company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance framework, including risk assessment, control design, documentation, testing, remediation, and optimization as the Company scales.
- Develop and implement company-wide policies, practices, and governance structures related to financial reporting and internal controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and business needs.
- Anticipate regulatory, operational, and organizational factors that could influence reporting strategy and Company positioning, and proactively recommend solutions.
- Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for quarterly reviews, the annual audit, and SOX audit procedures, ensuring effective coordination and high-quality deliverables.
- Oversee relationships with third-party advisors, including technical accounting consultants and internal audit co-source providers.
- Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing insight, guidance, and influence on financial reporting, compliance, and risk management matters.
QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 10-12+ years of progressive accounting experience with a combination of Big 4 public accounting and public-company industry experience preferred; active CPA license required.
- Extensive experience leading SEC reporting and SOX compliance in a public or recently public company; biotechnology or life sciences experience strongly preferred.
- Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements (including Regulations S-X and S-K), and public company disclosure practices.
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and managing SOX 404 compliance programs and internal control frameworks.
- Hands-on experience researching complex accounting matters and preparing high-quality technical accounting memoranda across areas such as stock-based compensation, licensing and collaboration arrangements, equity transactions, and leases.
- Proven track record of working with abstract, complex issues and translating them into actionable strategy and execution.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication, influence, and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear, decision-useful conclusions and to partner effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders.
- Experience with NetSuite, financial reporting platforms such as ActiveDisclosure or Workiva, and equity administration platforms (e.g., Equity Edge) preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in leveraging automation, data analytics, or emerging AI technologies to enhance financial reporting and compliance processes preferred.
