SOX and Accounting Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The SOX and Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the Company’s SOX 404b program to ensure compliance and mitigate financial risks. Key responsibilities include performing risk assessments, documenting processes and controls, executing certain business and IT general controls, coordinating with internal and external auditors, and preparing communications for senior management. This position will report to the VP of Finance. ARS Pharmaceuticals operates in a hybrid work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the Company’s SOX 404b compliance program

• Perform annual and ongoing financial reporting risk assessments
• Design and implement internal controls for new processes and/or improvements to existing processes
• Actively monitor internal controls to ensure they are properly performed and documented
• Execute certain business and IT general controls
• Coordinate ad hoc system implementations and change management over key systems
• Coordinate walkthroughs, control testing, and control deficiency remediation with internal and external auditors
• Track and report control testing results, perform deficiency evaluations, and develop remediation plans
• Provide training and guidance to Finance team on control execution and documentation
• Prepare communications for senior management and the audit committee

Support other areas within the Finance team

• Participate in the monthly financial close process ensuring accounts assigned are properly recorded; prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and any required reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent) is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years in-house accounting experience at a public company and/or public accounting experience is required (Big 4 experience is strongly preferred)
• Biotech/pharma or high-tech industry experience is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 and US GAAP
• Strong knowledge of IT system structures, interfaces, and general controls
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with NetSuite enterprise software systems is preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift with changing priorities
• Highly organized and accountable for meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Self-motivated and capable of learning complex tasks quickly
• Able to work effectively onsite three days per week and independently while remote