[Remote] Director/Senior Director, Finance & Assistant Controller

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Geron Corporation is a publicly traded commercial-stage biotechnology company seeking a Director/Senior Director of Finance & Assistant Controller. This key finance leadership role is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, while driving process improvement and scalability initiatives across the Finance & Accounting organization.ResponsibilitiesLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingReview journal entries and related reconciliations for key areas assigned, including but not limited to Payroll, Accounts Payable, Revenue, Inventory, Cash/Investments, Stock-Based Compensation, Clinical Accruals, etcEnsure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and internal accounting policiesManage technical accounting assessments and documentation for complex transactionsMaintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and controlsEnsure compliant revenue recognition under ASC 606 for commercial product sales, distribution arrangements, and related contractsPartner with Commercial Operations and Market Access teams to develop and refine Gross-to-Net (GTN) estimation methodologiesManage inventory accounting and costing processes for commercial products and clinical inventoryPartner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure accurate inventory records and costing assumptionsOversee quarterly reviews and annual auditsMaintain a strong internal control environment over financial reportingAssist with the implementation of new financial systems and/or system upgradesDrive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen financial processes and scalabilityLead, mentor, and develop the Finance & Accounting organizationCreate development paths for accounting staffManage relationships with external auditors, consultants, and service providersAssist with managing the treasury function to ensure all entities have appropriate liquidity to operateSupport product launch planning, pricing initiatives, and commercial expansion activitiesAssist with Board and Audit Committee materials related to accounting and financial reportingReview annual regulatory reports to comply with various federal, state, and local requirements, such as census requests, franchise tax reports, foreign corporation filings, business license renewals, etcAssist with financing transactions and other special projects as neededSkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance requiredCPA requiredAt least 12 years of progressive experience in accountingPublic accounting experience, with Big 4 preferredSEC financial reporting experience requiredPharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience requiredStrong knowledge of GAAP, internal control processes (SOX 404), federal and state tax laws, ERISA, DOL requirements, and payroll tax rulesExcellent problem solving and analytical skillsDetail-orientedExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to cope in a changing environmentWillingness to learn new tasksHighly dependable and able to handle confidential informationAble to recognize opportunities for process improvement and provide positive attitude toward problem solving and the resulting implementation of solutionsSelf-starter with strong organizational and time management skills with ability to multi-taskHas a positive attitude about work and providing serviceAbility to work independently or as part of a teamDemonstrated supervisory, management, and leadership skillsCapability to interact with different personalities from Board members to clerical staffProficient in PC and software including Excel, Word, and OutlookPublic accounting experience, with Big 4 preferredKnowledge of Great Plains and Management Reporter accounting software, Equity Edge, ADP, FAS, Encore, and Active Disclosure a plusBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionLife insuranceFlexible spending accountsDisability insuranceSupplemental health insuranceA 401(k) retirement savings planAn employee stock purchase planA generous time off program that includes the eligibility to accrue 160 hours of vacation during each full year of employment64 hours of sick leave9 standard paid holiday days offPaid leave for certain life eventsCompany OverviewGeron is a biopharmaceutical company that is charting a new course with the goal to deliver innovative treatment options for people living with blood cancer. It was founded in 1990, and is headquartered in Foster City, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.geron.com.