Director, Assistant Controller

Director, Assistant Controller at Quanterix summary :

The Director, Assistant Controller at Quanterix leads the accounting team overseeing daily operations, month-end closes, and internal controls. This role manages cost accounting, payroll, equity administration, and collaborates with multiple departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP and SOX. The position also focuses on process improvement, ERP transformation, and mentoring accounting professionals within a global life sciences environment.

DIRECTOR, ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

HYBRID Billerica

Quanterix is revolutionizing biomarker analysis to advance precision health, leveraging Simoa technology for ultra-sensitive protein detection. This transformative technology aims to enable earlier disease detection, better prognoses, and precise treatments, with goal of significantly improving quality of life and longevity. We are on a mission to change the way in which healthcare is provided by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the continuum from health to disease.

To make this vision a reality, we brought together the most experienced management team, renowned scientists, industry leading investors and expert advisors, to form a collaborative ecosystem, united through the common goal of advancing the science of precision health.

ROLE SUMMARY :

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Director, Assistant Controller to join our organization. Reporting to the VP, Corporate Controller, you will be responsible for all aspects of the accounting team's daily operations, month end closes, and execution of related internal controls. You will lead a team of approximately 20 accountants, including the general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, and equity administration. This role works closely with leadership in Operations, Legal, HR, SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting, SOX Transformation, and FP&A.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL CLOSE

• Lead the entire operational accounting function, including cost accounting / inventory, cash, prepaids, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals, equity, payroll, insurance, and benefits.
• Direct oversight of the general ledger, including detailed reviews of the balance sheet and income statement, account reconciliations, intercompany activity, eliminations, journal entries, analytics, and properly documented SOX controls.
• Review all estimates and judgements used in establishing period ending financial statement adjustments.
• Oversee the monthly preparation of the worldwide consolidation. Ensure accurate and on time delivery of U.S. and international reporting packages and related support to the SEC Reporting team and FP&A.
• Support all related disclosures and the preparation / review of footnote schedules delivered to the SEC reporting team.
• Oversee the team's preparation of all external audit requests throughout quarterly reviews and the annual audit.
• Administer our global equity program and payroll, and build relationships with HR, Legal, and external parties to maintain program compliance and provide data for related tax filings.

INVENTORY AND COST ACCOUNTING

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT AND PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Grow a global accounting operations function, navigating the complexities of doing business domestically and internationally, and in a life sciences setting.

EXPECTATIONS, LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING FOR US :

Our Technology :

From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix's ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.

Our Commitment to Employees :

At Quanterix, our values are based on : Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.

We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1 : 1 financial counseling / planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!

DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE :

Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.

Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Pay Range : $190,000 - $210,000 per year

Keywords :

accounting management, financial reporting, cost accounting, payroll administration, equity administration, SOX compliance, US GAAP, ERP transformation, process improvement, team leadership, life sciences accounting