Attovia Therapeutics, Inc., is seeking an SEC Controller to lead our external financial reporting function. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is responsible for all SEC filings and technical accounting, ensuring our public disclosures are accurate, timely, and compliant. The SEC Controller will also manage the tax function and lead other public company governance activities including oversight of SOX compliance and stock administration.
Key Responsibilities
Own the preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statement, and other required filings)
Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and other applicable reporting standards
Partner with the CFO on technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards (ASC, FASB)
Partner with Sr Director, Finance and Operations to ensure high-quality financials
Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and MD&A disclosures
Review corporate income tax provisions, returns, other compliance from outsourced tax advisor, and oversee global income tax structure
Manage outsourced internal audit team (while working closely with Sr. Director, Finance and Operations) to:
Ensure processes are compliant with SOX
Coordinate risk assessment, documentation, testing and remediation activities
Implement ESPP and partner with HR to manage stock administration process from finance perspective
Manage stock-based compensation and equity accounting processes
Manage transfer agent and annual proxy process
Help with on boarding new employees, explaining accounting and stock processes
Collaborate with Investor Relations on earnings press releases and materials for analysts and investors
Support other ad-hoc projects, as necessary
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA license required
10+ years of experience in SEC reporting or public accounting
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
Experience preparing or auditing 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings
Extensive experience writing accounting memos
Extensive experience with SOX implementation, testing, and remediation
Proficiency with financial reporting tools including Active Disclosures and Workiva
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex accounting to non-finance stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm
Prior experience at a small-cap or mid-cap public company
Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP system
Experience implementing Equity Edge Online for stock-based compensation
Prior experience managing the tax function
About Attovia
Attovia is creating a pipeline of biotherapeutics with initial focus immune-mediated disease. The company leverages Attobody™, a novel biologics platform, to generate small format biparatopic binders that expand the addressable target universe across disease areas and can offer stronger efficacy, faster speed to response, and an improved safety profile than traditional approaches. We are currently progressing multiple programs across immune-mediated disease indications.
Our culture is centered around five core pillars:
- Integrity
- Learning & Growth
- Drive for Excellence
- Innovation
- Teamwork & Collaboration
We take pride in fostering a strong team and dynamic work environment, and we are seeking individuals who align with our values and contribute to a positive and impactful workplace.
Attovia is located in San Carlos, CA.
Attovia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Learn more about Attovia: www.attovia.com
