Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Director of Finance and Accounting Boston, MA
Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
1910 Genetics is a Series A stage biotechnology company that is pioneering a novel Input-Transform-Output (ITO
) platform as the first ever horizontal AI infrastructure for drug discovery. In a crowded space with hundreds of AI drug discovery companies, 1910’s ITO
platform is differentiated by: Modality agnostic drug discovery: our platform is capable of designing both small molecule and large molecule therapeutics across all disease areas, with an initial focus on neuroscience, oncology, and autoimmune diseases. Proprietary massive multimodal data, which overcomes the data scarcity problem that prevents frontier AI models from being utilized for drug discovery. Multi-AI agent systems that include a robust collection of frontier AI/ML models, each of which works in a task-oriented manner to achieve the multi-parameter optimization problem of drug discovery and development. A state-of-the-art (SOTA) fully-automated, high throughput wet laboratory in the premier Boston Seaport District for both data generation for AI model training as well as validation of the safety and efficacy of drug candidates that are outputted by our frontier AI models. An unprecedented partnership with Microsoft, which positions 1910 as the only biotech/pharma company leveraging Azure Quantum Elements, a groundbreaking, AI-driven, high performance computing (HPC) cloud architecture for advanced AI. Bespoke conversational AI chatbots that provide a customer friendly UI/UX to access our platform for specific drug discovery tasks. Being the only biotech company helping pharma companies integrate 6 core areas of AI infrastructure. Role Description Lead our finance and accounting function, including but not limited to financial strategy, financial analysis, financial reporting, accounting, revenue and budget forecasting, contracting and procurement, etc. Provide timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports on the company’s finances and operations Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Develop and refine financial models and projections to enhance business planning and provide clear insights into revenue streams and expenditure. Collaborate with department heads (CTO, CSO, CMO, CBO, COO) to formulate the company’s fiscal strategy, refine budgeting and resource allocation across projects. Oversee the preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and present financial matters to the board of directors. Manage external accountants and auditors and ensure compliance with accounting and finance regulations. Implement policies and procedures for effective control of financial operations including strategic planning, capital budgets, operating budgets & cash flow projections. Supervise AR, AP, payroll, and fixed asset activities as well as oversee the accounting for equity awards. Qualifications 5 - 10 years of experience in a financial and operations leadership position such as Director or Sr. Director of Finance from a VC-backed high growth biotech or tech company Track record of building the finance & accounting functions of a high growth biotech or tech company from scratch Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting process and data analysis tools. Experience with ERP systems and financial software applications. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Experience in developing internal controls and driving implementation of policies and procedures. Experience in startups or dynamic high-growth companies is a plus. Experience building a team and managing a team is a plus Nice to Haves Background in accounting and previous experience as a comptroller is highly desired Background in biotech/pharmaceuticals or technology is a major plus Diversity and Inclusion (1910’s Promise) At 1910, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. 1910 is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know. While 1910 supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Voluntary Self-Identification
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) platform as the first ever horizontal AI infrastructure for drug discovery. In a crowded space with hundreds of AI drug discovery companies, 1910’s ITO
platform is differentiated by: Modality agnostic drug discovery: our platform is capable of designing both small molecule and large molecule therapeutics across all disease areas, with an initial focus on neuroscience, oncology, and autoimmune diseases. Proprietary massive multimodal data, which overcomes the data scarcity problem that prevents frontier AI models from being utilized for drug discovery. Multi-AI agent systems that include a robust collection of frontier AI/ML models, each of which works in a task-oriented manner to achieve the multi-parameter optimization problem of drug discovery and development. A state-of-the-art (SOTA) fully-automated, high throughput wet laboratory in the premier Boston Seaport District for both data generation for AI model training as well as validation of the safety and efficacy of drug candidates that are outputted by our frontier AI models. An unprecedented partnership with Microsoft, which positions 1910 as the only biotech/pharma company leveraging Azure Quantum Elements, a groundbreaking, AI-driven, high performance computing (HPC) cloud architecture for advanced AI. Bespoke conversational AI chatbots that provide a customer friendly UI/UX to access our platform for specific drug discovery tasks. Being the only biotech company helping pharma companies integrate 6 core areas of AI infrastructure. Role Description Lead our finance and accounting function, including but not limited to financial strategy, financial analysis, financial reporting, accounting, revenue and budget forecasting, contracting and procurement, etc. Provide timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports on the company’s finances and operations Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Develop and refine financial models and projections to enhance business planning and provide clear insights into revenue streams and expenditure. Collaborate with department heads (CTO, CSO, CMO, CBO, COO) to formulate the company’s fiscal strategy, refine budgeting and resource allocation across projects. Oversee the preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and present financial matters to the board of directors. Manage external accountants and auditors and ensure compliance with accounting and finance regulations. Implement policies and procedures for effective control of financial operations including strategic planning, capital budgets, operating budgets & cash flow projections. Supervise AR, AP, payroll, and fixed asset activities as well as oversee the accounting for equity awards. Qualifications 5 - 10 years of experience in a financial and operations leadership position such as Director or Sr. Director of Finance from a VC-backed high growth biotech or tech company Track record of building the finance & accounting functions of a high growth biotech or tech company from scratch Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting process and data analysis tools. Experience with ERP systems and financial software applications. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Experience in developing internal controls and driving implementation of policies and procedures. Experience in startups or dynamic high-growth companies is a plus. Experience building a team and managing a team is a plus Nice to Haves Background in accounting and previous experience as a comptroller is highly desired Background in biotech/pharmaceuticals or technology is a major plus Diversity and Inclusion (1910’s Promise) At 1910, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. 1910 is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know. While 1910 supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in 1910 Genetics’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
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A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability.
Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury
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