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Summittherapeutics

Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Summittherapeutics, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029


Job Title: Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Department: Finance

Overview of Role: The Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will be responsible for SEC reporting and disclosures, SOX implementation and be involved in complex accounting transactions including accruals, collaboration accounting, and equity accounting. Role and Responsibilities: Participate in the preparation of all external financial reporting, including Forms 10-K/10-Q, earnings releases, proxy statement, and other required SEC filings to ensure accurate and timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Assist in preparation of the Statement of Cash Flows, Statement of Shareholder’s equity, Earnings per Share workbooks and other financial disclosure requirements with such filings. Coordinate the information gathering process across the organization and interact with the Company’s external auditors. Review XBRL interactive data files for all Form 10-Q and 10-K filings in accordance with the SEC filing requirements. Research, document memos, record, and communicate technical accounting matters as they arise and journal entries for complex accounting transactions. Analyze and interpret new accounting standards and SEC regulations, research and provide appropriate accounting guidance related to various business transactions. Research new disclosures and FASB accounting standards updates and work with external auditors on appropriate disclosure requirements. Develop, create and/or modify the company’s financial accounting policies and procedures to ensure that the policies and procedures are in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Highly involved in the implementation of SOX controls and creating the appropriate policies and procedures over all cycles by creating and working with the individuals in the company and coordinate meetings with the internal auditors. Stock compensation administration and accounting for share-based compensation awards, including stock options, ESPP by performing the valuation of compensation granted, calculation of monthly expense, and forecasting future impact to the Company and all related stock compensation disclosure requirements. Coordinate the Disclosure Committee meeting and manage SOX Section 302 and 906 sub-certifications process. Complete special projects as assigned. All other duties as assigned. Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA required. Minimum 5+ years of work experience, including a minimum of 3 years of Big Four public accounting experience. Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements. Results-oriented, strong organizational skills, and time management skills with ability to multi-task. A team player willing to step in and help with other areas of accounting. Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Superb analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills, with impeccable attention to detail, and strong prioritization and problem-solving skills. Experience with SAP, Shareworks, and Workiva preferred. Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

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