Vice President, Corporate Controller
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ElevateBio is a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company, accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise to change the future of medicine. Our integrated technologies model offers turnkey scale and biotechnological capabilities to power genetic medicines processes, programs, and companies to their full potential.

The Role:

ElevateBio is looking for a VP, Corporate Controller to lead and oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial statements, compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, and implementation of robust internal controls. Reporting to our SVP of Accounting and Finance, this role is critical in supporting our strategic goals by driving operational excellence, enhancing processes, and fostering a high-performance team culture.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Oversee the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual financial statements
• Manage and coordinate external audits, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Establish, monitor, and optimize internal controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Oversee all accounting functions, including general accounting, cost accounting, and technical accounting activities.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive the implementation and improvement of ERP systems and financial tools for enhanced efficiency.
• Partner with the SVP of Accounting and Finance to provide financial insights and analyses to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Lead financial process optimization efforts to enhance scalability and operational efficiency.
• Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting team, fostering professional growth and a culture of excellence

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA certification required.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 8 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and US GAAP.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, biopharma, life sciences, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Proven track record in financial systems implementation and process improvement.
• Deep understanding of accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to present to executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage, inspire, and develop high-performing teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple priorities.

Why Join ElevateBio?

ElevateBio is a technology-driven company built to power transformative genetic medicines today and for many decades to come. The Company commercializes its enabling technologies, manufacturing capabilities, and industry-leading expertise through partnerships to accelerate development across a breadth of therapeutic approaches and modalities. The ElevateBio ecosystem combines multiple R&D technology platforms – including Life Edit, a next-generation, full-spectrum gene editing platform; comprehensive cell engineering technologies; and an expanded viral and non-viral therapeutic delivery platform – with BaseCamp, its end-to-end genetic medicine cGMP manufacturing and process development business, to accelerate the discovery and development of advanced therapeutics.

We aim to be the dominant engine inside the world's greatest scientific advancements harnessing human cells and genes to alter disease.

Our Mission:To power the creation of life-transforming cell and gene therapies, at a speed the world deserves.

Our Vision:We seek to be the world's most indispensable cell and gene therapy technology company, redefining how companies operate, how products are created and how disease is treated.

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.