Controller, Finance

Here at Kelonia Therapeutics, we aren’t just a preclinical company; we’re trailblazers in viral engineering, pushing the boundaries of in vivo lentiviral gene and cell therapy.

We're not just a team; we're dreamers on a mission to bring the promise of cell and gene therapy to every patient in need.

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Join our growing team as a Controller, Finance to help us innovate and drive excellence in financial management, supporting our mission to create transformative therapies.

If you’re excited about building and scaling financial operations from the ground up, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture, and making a meaningful difference for patients, this opportunity may be for you!

As a Controller, Finance , you will oversee financial operations at the Associate Director / Director level. This role will be a key figure in implementing robust financial processes, systems, and reporting structures, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and reinforcing internal controls.

Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will help manage complex accounting issues, optimize financial practices, and support audits.

This high-visibility role will report to the VP of Finance and will be central in scaling our organization’s finance operations.

What You'll Do :

• Oversee and ensure accuracy in monthly financial close activities according to US GAAP, providing clear, timely reporting to leadership, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Develop sustainable financial reporting processes and scalable payroll management systems that meet the needs of a growing organization.
• Conduct monthly financial analysis, providing insights into variances and opportunities for cost efficiencies and revenue optimization.
• Drive the design and implementation of internal controls and new financial systems, ensuring robust financial practices and data integrity.
• Draft and review technical accounting memos on significant transactions, new standards, and critical judgments, ensuring compliance and clarity.
• Manage share-based compensation accounting, cap table maintenance, and equity administration, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Prepare schedules supporting tax provisions, analyses, and periodic compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure smooth completion of annual audits, addressing any compliance or reporting issues proactively.

What You'll Bring :

• BS or MS degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field; CPA Certification required.
• 7+ years in Accounting, preferably within the biotech or pharmaceutical sector, with experience in publicly traded companies or a Big 4 firm.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including SEC filings, collaboration agreements, consolidation, lease accounting, and share-based compensation accounting.
• Experience with NetSuite preferred; familiarity with implementing financial systems a plus.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with all management levels.
• Proven ability to lead projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a high degree of professionalism and adaptability.
• Actively contribute to building an inclusive culture within across the organization, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

At Kelonia, we are dedicated to promoting a healthy work-life balance, and our benefits are designed to reflect that commitment.

Alongside Flexible Time Off (FTO), we offer a flexible scheduling environment that empowers employees to work in a way that aligns with both their needs and our company’s objectives.

We also provide a team-focused environment with a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, commuter benefits, and more.

At Kelonia, we foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where you can join a small team that values both talent development and achieving company goals.

Kelonia Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Kelonia does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

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